This Is Spinal Tap
1984, English. Directed by Rob Reiner.
Prepare to crank those amps up to eleven.
"This Is Spinal Tap" shines a light on the self-contained universe of a metal band struggling to get back on the charts, including everything from its complicated history of ups and downs, gold albums, name changes and undersold concert dates, along with the full host of requisite groupies, promoters, hangers-on and historians, sessions, release events and those special behind-the-scenes moments that keep it all real.
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Worth the Hype
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Where to watch This Is Spinal Tap
This Is Spinal Tap isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Rob ReinerDirector
- Christopher GuestNigel Tufnel
- Michael McKeanDavid St. Hubbins
- Harry ShearerDerek Smalls
- Rob ReinerMarty DiBergi
- June ChadwickJeanine Pettibone
- Tony HendraIan Faith
- Bruno KirbyTommy Pischedda
- Ed Begley Jr.John 'Stumpy' Pepys
- Paul BenedictTucker 'Smitty' Brown
- Zane BuzbyRolling Stone Reporter
- Billy CrystalMorty the Mime
- Howard HessemanTerry Ladd
Details
- Released
- 2 March 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Rob Reiner, Christopher Guest, Michael McKean
- Budget
- $2.5M
- Box office
- $6.1M
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This Is Spinal Tap: quick answers
What comes after This Is Spinal Tap?
Next in the series: Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (2025).
Is This Is Spinal Tap worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 1,731 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is This Is Spinal Tap?
This Is Spinal Tap runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).
Does This Is Spinal Tap have a post-credits scene?
Yes. This Is Spinal Tap has scenes during and after the credits, so don’t leave early.
This Is Spinal Tap parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
This Is Spinal Tap is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is This Is Spinal Tap on?
This Is Spinal Tap isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like This Is Spinal Tap?
If you liked This Is Spinal Tap, try Wayne's World, The Rocker, Rock 'n' Roll High School.
Who directed This Is Spinal Tap?
This Is Spinal Tap (1984) was directed by Rob Reiner and stars Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, Harry Shearer.