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Mayor of the Sunset Strip (2004): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Mayor of the Sunset Strip is a 2004 biographical documentary directed by George Hickenlooper, starring Rodney Bingenheimer and David Bowie. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $257,315 worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Documentary Feature at the Spirit Awards 2004. Critics gave it 87% on Rotten Tomatoes and 71 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
87%
worldwide gross
$257.3K
award nomination
1
Metascore
71
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Mayor of the Sunset Strip (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 34m (94 min)
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Mayor of the Sunset Strip About?

The premise of Mayor of the Sunset Strip without spoilers.

Rodney Bingenheimer's life and career are chronicled in this documentary, showcasing his remarkable journey from a difficult upbringing to becoming a legendary figure in Los Angeles' music scene. As a radio DJ since the 1960s, he has been a constant presence, witnessing the triumphs and struggles of rock 'n' roll. The film features interviews with music icons such as David Bowie, Brian Wilson, and Beck, offering insights into Bingenheimer's experiences and the challenges of pursuing a career in the music industry.

Mayor of the Sunset Strip Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • reference to andy warhol
  • reference to blondie
  • entertainment documentary
  • music documentary
  • reference to sex pistols
  • world
  • fame
  • 1960s
  • sunset strip
  • radio dj
  • disc jockey
  • written by director
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  • ends with text
  • scattering cremated ashes
  • parent's ashes
  • scattering ashes
  • reference to jodie foster
  • reference to marisa tomei
  • spacesuit
  • 1980s
  • reference to the ramones
  • reference to jennifer love hewitt
  • sunglasses
  • reference to people magazine
  • reference to the easter bunny
  • gift
  • reference to robert plant
  • 1970s
  • reference to rod stewart
  • reference to john lennon
  • groupie
  • reference to jimmy page
  • short man
  • reference to judy garland
  • reference to mickey rooney
  • archive footage
  • pop culture
  • reference to world war one
  • reference to paris france
  • reference to the mamas and the papas
  • reference to sonny and cher
  • reference to frank zappa
  • reference to the doors
  • autograph
  • reference to connie stevens
  • reference to marilyn monroe
  • reference to john f. kennedy
  • backstage
  • reference to woody harrelson
  • childhood home
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Cast & crew

Mayor of the Sunset Strip Cast

Rodney Bingenheimer leads the cast, with David Bowie. Directed by George Hickenlooper.

From the director

More from George Hickenlooper

More films directed by George Hickenlooper, best-rated first: The Man from Elysian Fields, Factory Girl, Casino Jack and Dogtown.

Full filmography
Ratings

Mayor of the Sunset Strip Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Mayor of the Sunset Strip 87% on Rotten Tomatoes and 71 on Metacritic.

Box office

Mayor of the Sunset Strip Box Office

Mayor of the Sunset Strip grossed $257,315 worldwide.

2004 box office

Worldwide gross

$257.3K

US & Canada
$257.3K
Awards

Mayor of the Sunset Strip Awards & Nominations

Mayor of the Sunset Strip earned 1 award nomination, including Best Documentary Feature at the Spirit Awards 2004.

1 nomination1 ceremony

Details

Mayor of the Sunset Strip Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “ראש עיריית סאנסט סטריפ” and “Кметът на Сънсет Стрип”.

Also known as
  • ראש עיריית סאנסט סטריפ
  • Кметът на Сънсет Стрип
  • 메이어 오브 더 선셋 스트립
  • 音乐教父

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FAQ

Mayor of the Sunset Strip FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Mayor of the Sunset Strip, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Mayor of the Sunset Strip?

Mayor of the Sunset Strip runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

When was Mayor of the Sunset Strip released?

Mayor of the Sunset Strip was released on March 26, 2004.

Who directed Mayor of the Sunset Strip?

Mayor of the Sunset Strip was directed by George Hickenlooper.

More films by George Hickenlooper

Who is in the cast of Mayor of the Sunset Strip?

Mayor of the Sunset Strip stars Rodney Bingenheimer and David Bowie.

How much did Mayor of the Sunset Strip make at the box office?

Mayor of the Sunset Strip grossed $257,315 worldwide.

How is Mayor of the Sunset Strip rated?

Mayor of the Sunset Strip has 87% on Rotten Tomatoes, 71 on Metacritic and 69% on TMDB.

Was Mayor of the Sunset Strip nominated for any awards?

Mayor of the Sunset Strip received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.

Does Mayor of the Sunset Strip have a post-credit scene?

No. Mayor of the Sunset Strip has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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