Stop Making Sense
1984, English. Directed by Jonathan Demme.
Why stop making sense? Why a movie? Why a big suit? Where do the odd movements come from? What will the band do next?
A concert film documenting Talking Heads at the height of their popularity, on tour for their 1983 album "Speaking in Tongues." The band takes the stage one by one and is joined by a cadre of guest musicians for a career-spanning and cinematic performance that features creative choreography and visuals.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch Stop Making Sense
Stop Making Sense is streaming on JustWatch TV Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jonathan DemmeDirector
- David ByrneSelf - Vocals, Guitar
- Chris FrantzSelf - Drums, Vocals
- Jerry HarrisonSelf - Guitar, Keyboards, Vocals
- Tina WeymouthSelf - Bass, Percussion, Vocals
- Ednah HoltSelf - Backing Vocals
- Lynn MabrySelf - Backing Vocals
- Steven ScalesSelf - Percussion
- Alex WeirSelf - Guitar, Vocals
- Bernie WorrellSelf - Keyboards
Details
- Released
- 19 October 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jonathan Demme
- Budget
- $1.2M
- Box office
- $12M
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Stop Making Sense: quick answers
Is Stop Making Sense worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.4/10 from 404 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Stop Making Sense?
Stop Making Sense runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Stop Making Sense have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Stop Making Sense. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Stop Making Sense parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Stop Making Sense is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Stop Making Sense on?
Stop Making Sense is streaming on JustWatch TV Plus in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Stop Making Sense?
If you liked Stop Making Sense, try One Direction: This Is Us, Justin Bieber's Believe, Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D).
Who directed Stop Making Sense?
Stop Making Sense (1984) was directed by Jonathan Demme and stars David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison.