

One Trick Pony
1980, English. Directed by Robert M. Young.
Rock & roll will give you some laughs but it won't do you any favors.
An aging rock star trying to put together a new album in the face of an indifferent record label and a talentless producer. At the same time, he's struggling to save his failing marriage.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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One Trick Pony isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Robert M. YoungDirector
- Paul SimonJonah
- Blair BrownMarion
- Rip TornWalter Fox
- Joan HackettLonnie Fox
- Allen GarfieldCal van Damp
- Mare WinninghamModeena Dandridge
- Michael PearlmanMatty Levin
- Lou ReedSteve Kunelian
- Steve GaddDanny Duggin
- Eric GaleLee-Andrew Parker
- Tony LevinJohn DiBatista
- Richard TeeClarence Franklin
Details
- Released
- 3 October 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Simon
- Box office
- $843K
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One Trick Pony: quick answers
Is One Trick Pony worth watching?
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How long is One Trick Pony?
One Trick Pony runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does One Trick Pony have a post-credits scene?
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One Trick Pony parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
One Trick Pony is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is One Trick Pony on?
One Trick Pony 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 One Trick Pony?
If you liked One Trick Pony, try Control, Taurus, Jailhouse Rock.
Who directed One Trick Pony?
One Trick Pony (1980) was directed by Robert M. Young and stars Paul Simon, Blair Brown, Rip Torn.