Hanging on a Star
1978, English. Directed by Mike MacFarland.
"Hey, this movie's gonna make you happy. If I'm lying, I'm dying..."
A struggling rock band is discovered by a gutsy young woman determined to make it as their manager. Certain that the band can be a winner, she convinces the group to give her a shot at making them stars. Surviving a slew of pitfalls -- among them a motorcycle gang and a helicopter pilot named "Crash" -- the band soon discovers that while making it isn't all that easy, getting there is all the fun.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 16 November 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stu Krieger, David Talisman, Tedd Anasti
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How long is Hanging on a Star?
Hanging on a Star runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does Hanging on a Star have a post-credits scene?
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Hanging on a Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hanging on a Star is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Hanging on a Star on?
Hanging on a Star isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 November 1978. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hanging on a Star?
If you liked Hanging on a Star, try The Big Store, Footlight Parade, A Song Is Born.
Who directed Hanging on a Star?
Hanging on a Star (1978) was directed by Mike MacFarland and stars Lane Caudell, Deborah Raffin, Danil Torppe.