Radio Days (1987): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Radio Days is a 1987 comedy starring Mike Starr, Julie Kavner and Paul Herman. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $14.8 million worldwide. It won 2 awards from 9 nominations, among them 2 Oscar nominations. Critics gave it 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 28m (88 min)
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Orion Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Radio Days About?
The premise of Radio Days without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In 1940s Rockaway, New York, a man recalls his childhood during radio's golden age. Through a series of interconnected stories, we meet a memorable cast of characters, including his relatives and the vibrant personalities who filled the airwaves. The narrative follows an unlucky aunt, a determined cigarette girl striving for success, and two burglars with remarkably precise timing. The stories are interwoven with youthful adventures and the unique charm of a close-knit community, offering a warm and nostalgic portrait of a bygone era.
Radio Days Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- 1940s
- radio
- submarine
- narrated by director
- adultery
- radio city music hall
- new york city
- taxi
- beach
- extended family
- roller skating
- rabbi
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- new year's eve
- spanking
- radio broadcasting
- written by director
- self narration
- running gag
- diction lesson
- hunt
- jew
- katana
- newborn baby
- coney island brooklyn new york city
- unruly child
- man wears eyeglasses
- boy wears eyeglasses
- woman holds a baby
- christmas
- the war of the worlds radio broadcast
- conga line
- brief female rear nudity
- female rear nudity
- original author as character
- gay character
- family relationships
- backstage drama
- new york
- united states of america
- golden age of radio
- radio performer
- reference to radio days
- radio days
- postmodernism
- period piece
- uso united service organization
- allen and shawn
- allen and kavner
- allen and farrow
- allen and keaton
Radio Days Cast
Mike Starr leads the cast, with Julie Kavner and Paul Herman.
Also Starring in Radio Days
· 4 moreRadio Days Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Radio Days 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.
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IMDb 7.4 /10
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Metacritic 74 Metascore
User score 7.5
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TMDB 71% User score
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Radio Days Plot Summary
What happens in Radio Days from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film unfolds through the perspective of the fictional character Joe, voiced by Allen himself. Joe reminisces about two burglars who unintentionally got involved in a radio game while conducting a home burglary after answering a call. He reflects on how old radio songs are tied to his childhood memories.
Set during the late 1930s and early 1940s, young Joe grew up in a modest Jewish-American household in Rockaway Beach. His mother was an avid listener of Breakfast with Irene and Roger, whereas his father concealed his profession as a taxi driver due to embarrassment. The family dynamic included Uncle Abe and Aunt Ceil, along with grandparents and Aunt Bea, who was known for her endless dating exploits in search of Mr. Right.
Full summary
The whole story of Radio Days, scene by scene
Radio Days Box Office
Radio Days grossed $14.8 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$14.8M
- US & Canada
- $14.8M
Radio Days Awards & Nominations
Radio Days won 2 awards from 9 nominations, among them 2 Oscar nominations. Its biggest night was the BAFTA 1988, with 2 wins from 7 nominations.
2 wins9 nominations2 ceremonies
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BAFTA 1988 2 wins · 7 nominations- Won Best Costume Design – Jeffrey Kurland
- Won Best Production Design
- Nominated Best Actress in a Supporting Role – Dianne Wiest
- Nominated Best Editing
- Nominated Best Film – Woody Allen
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Oscars 1988 2 nominations- Nominated Art Direction
- Nominated Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen) – Woody Allen
Radio Days Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Radio Days.
How Well Do You Know Radio Days?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What does young Joe aspire to acquire from his favorite radio show?
Cars in Radio Days
19 cars on screen, including the 1941 Buick Century and the 1938 Buick Special.
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1947 Cadillac Ambulance Minor role
Radio Days Also Known As
21 alternative titles, including “Días de radio” and “A Era do Rádio”.
- Also known as
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- Días de radio
- A Era do Rádio
- 라디오 데이즈
- 歲月留聲
- 岁月流声
- 那个时代
- Эпоха радио
- A rádió aranykora
- Os Dias da Rádio
- Μέρες Ραδιοφώνου
- 无线电时代
- ימי הרדיו
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- Złote czasy radia
- Radyo Günleri
- Радио дни
- Radijo dienos
- ラジオ・デイズ
- Zlaté časy rozhlasu
- Zlaté časy rádia, რადიოს დღეები
- Дні радіо
- Dies de ràdio
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Movies Like Radio Days
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Radio On, Radioland Murders and Radio Flyer.
Radio Days FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Radio Days, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Radio Days?
Radio Days runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
When was Radio Days released?
Radio Days was released on January 30, 1987.
Who is in the cast of Radio Days?
Radio Days stars Mike Starr, Julie Kavner and Paul Herman, among 8 credited actors.
How much did Radio Days make at the box office?
Radio Days grossed $14.8 million worldwide.
How is Radio Days rated?
Radio Days has 7.4/10 on IMDb, 74 on Metacritic and 71% on TMDB.
What awards did Radio Days win?
Radio Days won 2 awards from 9 nominations, including Best Costume Design at the BAFTA 1988.
Does Radio Days have a post-credit scene?
No. Radio Days has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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