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Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives!

Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives! (1989)Cast and Crew

Movie"The Legend, The Music, The Man."

Cast

M
Michael Paré
as Eddie Wilson / Joe West
M
Marina Orsini
as Diane Armani
B
Bernie Coulson
as Rick Diesel
M
Matthew Laurance
as Sal Amato
K
Kate Lynch
as Lindsay Caputo
H
Harvey Atkin
as Lew Eisen
M
Michael Rhoades
as Dave Pagent
A
Anthony Sherwood
as Hilton Overstreet
M
Mark Holmes
as Quinn Quinley
D
David Matheson
as Stewart Fairbanks
P
Paul Markle
as Charlie 'Sexy' Tanzie
V
Vlasta Vrana
as Frank
L
Larry King
as TV Talk Show Host
B
Bo Diddley
as Legendary Guitarist
M
Martha Quinn
as Music Video Hostess
M
Michael 'Tunes' Antunes
as Wendell Newton
M
Michael Fennell
as Diane's Dance Partner

Crew

J
Jean-Claude Lord
Director
C
Charles Zev Cohen
Writer
R
René Verzier
Director of Photography
J
Jean-Guy Montpetit
Editor
P
P.F. Kluge
Characters
M
Marty Simon
Original Music Composer
L
Leon Aronson
Original Music Composer
R
Rick Doehring
Writer
D
Denis Héroux
Executive Producer
V
Victor Loewy
Executive Producer
E
Eleanor Ross
Casting
W
Wendy Grean
Line Producer
R
Rosina Bucci
Casting
C
Clare Walker
Casting
J
James L. Stewart
Executive Producer
W
William Stuart
Executive Producer
S
Stéphane Reichel
Producer

Eddie and the Cruisers Collection

This film series follows a 1960s rock band's rise, fall, and potential comeback. Central to the story is Eddie Wilson, the charismatic leader whose mysterious death causes the band to disband. Missing tapes of their unreleased album drive the narrative, exploring themes of fame, creative expression, and resilience. The films blend comedy and drama, focusing on love, loss, and redemption. They capture the essence of the 1960s through fashion, music, and vibrant storytelling. The compelling cast and evocative cinematography highlight the band's journey, illustrating the powerful impact of music and personal determination.