The Decline of Western Civilization
1981, English. Directed by Penelope Spheeris.
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The Los Angeles punk music scene circa 1980 is the focus of this film. With Alice Bag Band, Black Flag, Catholic Discipline, Circle Jerks, Fear, Germs, and X.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Decline of Western Civilization is streaming on Stingray in India.
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Details
- Released
- 1 July 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Penelope Spheeris
- Budget
- $100K
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The Decline of Western Civilization: quick answers
What comes after The Decline of Western Civilization?
Next in the series: The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years (1988) and The Decline of Western Civilization Part III (1998).
Is The Decline of Western Civilization worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 122 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Decline of Western Civilization?
The Decline of Western Civilization runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Decline of Western Civilization have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Decline of Western Civilization. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Decline of Western Civilization parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Decline of Western Civilization is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Decline of Western Civilization on?
The Decline of Western Civilization is streaming on Stingray in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Decline of Western Civilization?
If you liked The Decline of Western Civilization, try Stop Making Sense, Justin Bieber's Believe, A Band Called Death.
Who directed The Decline of Western Civilization?
The Decline of Western Civilization (1981) was directed by Penelope Spheeris and stars Eugene Tatu, Alice Bag, Claude Bessy.