Band of the Hand (1986): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Band of the Hand is a 1986 action drama starring Stephen Lang, Michael Carmine and Leon. It runs 1 hour 49 minutes and earned $4.9 million worldwide. Critics gave it 34 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 49m (109 min)
- Original language
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English - Studio
- TriStar Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Band of the Hand About?
The premise of Band of the Hand without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
This music video, created for Bob Dylan's song from the film Band of the Hand, combines stylized film clips with dynamic strobe effects. Featuring performances by Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers and Stevie Nicks, the video visually interprets the rebellious spirit of the song and the movie's narrative. It’s a unique and visually striking interpretation of the film’s theme.
Band of the Hand Themes & Keywords
· 19 tags- movie theme song
- edited from movie
- strobe effect
- supergroup
- rock music
- bob dylan
- musical montage
- reference to tom petty and the heartbreakers
- rebellious song
- reference to world war two
- systemic corruption
- social justice
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- social criticism
- reference to vietnam war
- taking the law into one's own hands
- soundtrack relating to the events on screen
- vigilantism
- 1980s music
- music video
Band of the Hand Cast
Stephen Lang leads the cast, with Michael Carmine and Leon.
Also Starring in Band of the Hand
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Critics gave Band of the Hand 34 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
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IMDb 6.4 /10
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Metacritic 34 Metascore
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TMDB 64% User score
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Band of the Hand Plot Summary
What happens in Band of the Hand from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In this gritty drama, we follow the journey of five young misfits, each grappling with their individual tendencies for troublemaking. They are granted a second chance by Indian Joe Tegra, portrayed by Stephen Lang, a tough-as-nails Vietnam veteran and Native American leader. This troubled quintet includes:
- Ruben Pacheco, played by Michael Carmine, the ruthless head of the Home Boys, currently serving time for aggravated assault and armed robbery;
- Moss Roosevelt, brought to life by Leon, his counterpart in the 27th Avenue Players, incarcerated for similar offenses;
- Carlos Aragon, depicted by Danny Quinn, a sly drug trafficker sentenced to four years due to a police sting operation;
Full summary
The whole story of Band of the Hand, scene by scene
Band of the Hand Box Office
Band of the Hand grossed $4.9 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$4.9M
- US & Canada
- $4.9M
Band of the Hand Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Band of the Hand.
How Well Do You Know Band of the Hand?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the leader of the Home Boys in the film?
Cars in Band of the Hand
41 cars on screen, including the 1980 Dodge Ramcharger and the 1974 Lincoln Continental Stretched Limousine.
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1980 Dodge Ramcharger Important role -
1974 Lincoln Continental Stretched Limousine Important role -
1975 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Minor role -
Chevrolet Step-Van P-30 Minor role
Band of the Hand Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “La banda de la mano” and “Die gnadenlose Clique”.
- Also known as
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- La banda de la mano
- Die gnadenlose Clique
- Le mal par le mal
- A Quadrilha da Mão
- De 5 fra Miami
- Ενωμενοι σαν γροθια
- Kezesbanda
- I 5 della squadra d'assalto
- Fem Uten Nåde
- Banda jednej ręki
- O Bando da Mão
- 5 utan nåd
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- Сплоченные
- 공모 지대
- 四海小兄弟
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Movies Like Band of the Hand
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Hard to Handle: Bob Dylan in Concert, Bob Dylan: When the Deal Goes Down and Band.
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Hard to Handle: Bob Dylan in Concert 1986 -
Bob Dylan: When the Deal Goes Down 2006 -
Band 2022 -
Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story by Martin Scorsese 2019 -
Bob Dylan: Dont Look Back 1967 -
No Direction Home: Bob Dylan 2005 -
Heartbeat 1987 -
Du-beat-e-o 1984 -
Bob Dylan: Hard Rain 1976 -
I'm Not There. 2007 -
Beat It 1983 -
Sympathy for the Devil 1968
Band of the Hand FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Band of the Hand, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Band of the Hand?
Band of the Hand runs 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).
When was Band of the Hand released?
Band of the Hand was released on April 11, 1986.
Who is in the cast of Band of the Hand?
Band of the Hand stars Stephen Lang, Michael Carmine and Leon, among 9 credited actors.
How much did Band of the Hand make at the box office?
Band of the Hand grossed $4.9 million worldwide.
How is Band of the Hand rated?
Band of the Hand has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 34 on Metacritic and 64% on TMDB.
Does Band of the Hand have a post-credit scene?
No. Band of the Hand has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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