Sid and Nancy (1986): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Sid and Nancy is a 1986 biographical drama starring Gary Oldman and Chloe Webb. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes and earned $2.9 million worldwide on a $4 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Makeup and Hair at the BAFTA 1987. Critics gave it 76 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10. Stream it on IndieFlix Shorts and Plex Channel.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 52m (112 min)
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Criterion Collection, The
- Budget
- $4M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Sid and Nancy About?
The premise of Sid and Nancy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Amidst the vibrant punk rock scene of the late 1970s, bassist Sid Vicious navigates a volatile and ultimately tragic relationship with American groupie Nancy Spungen. Their tumultuous journey takes them across the United States, fueled by drugs, chaos, and a shared self-destructive streak. The film explores the intense bond and devastating consequences of their destructive romance, set against the backdrop of a chaotic and influential era.
Sid and Nancy Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- punk
- bassist
- heroin
- nightclub
- musician
- groupie
- death
- murder
- punk rock
- british renaissance
- vomiting
- self destructiveness
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- rock 'n' roll
- heroin addict
- rock star
- rock music
- rock band
- methadone
- domestic violence
- arrest
- 1970s
- new york city
- london england
- drugs
- based on true story
- independent film
- brandy
- peppermint schnapps
- self harm
- character names as title
- toe sucking
- based on real person
- 20th century
- pubic hair
- group
- dark romance
- docudrama drama
- w word
- sex
- sex pistols
- british
- horseback riding
- stud
- femicide
- river thames
- punk music
- great britain
- united kingdom
- england
- manhattan new york city
Where to Watch Sid and Nancy
Stream it on IndieFlix Shorts and Plex Channel. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Sid and Nancy Cast
Gary Oldman leads the cast, with Chloe Webb.
Sid and Nancy Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Sid and Nancy 76 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.0/10.
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IMDb 7.0 /10
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Metacritic 76 Metascore
User score 6.7
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TMDB 67% User score
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Sid and Nancy Plot Summary
What happens in Sid and Nancy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The film commences on October 12, 1978, as several police officers forcibly drag Sid Vicious out of the Hotel Chelsea in the wake of his girlfriend, Nancy Spungen, being found dead. Once at the police station, Sid is confronted and asked to recount the events leading to this tragedy, but he struggles to articulate his thoughts, leaving the officers visibly frustrated by his turmoil.
Full summary
The whole story of Sid and Nancy, scene by scene
Sid and Nancy Box Office & Budget
Sid and Nancy grossed $2.9 million worldwide on a $4 million budget, 71% of what it cost. $2.8 million came from the US and Canada and $24,184 (1%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$2.9M
71% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $2.8M
- International
- $24.2K
- Budget
- $4M
Sid and Nancy Awards & Nominations
Sid and Nancy earned 1 award nomination, including Best Makeup and Hair at the BAFTA 1987.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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BAFTA 1987 1 nomination- Nominated Best Makeup and Hair
Sid and Nancy Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 2 trailers.
- Trailer Sid & Nancy (1986) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
How Well Do You Know Sid and Nancy?
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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What was the date of Nancy Spungen's tragic demise?
Cars in Sid and Nancy
39 cars on screen, including the 1964 MCI MC-5 and the AEC Routemaster.
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1964 MCI MC-5 Important role -
AEC Routemaster Minor role -
1969 Buick Electra 225 Minor role -
1980 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham Stretched Limousine Minor role
Sid and Nancy Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “Σιντ και Νάνσυ” and “Een overdosis liefde”.
- Also known as
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- Σιντ και Νάνσυ
- Een overdosis liefde
- Sid et Nancy
- Sid und Nancy
- Sid and Nancy: Love Kills
- Sid & Nancy
- Сид и Нэнси
- Sid ve Nancy
- Sid & Nancy - O Amor Pode Matar
- Sid i Nancy
- Sid és Nancy
- Sid y Nancy
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- 席德与南茜
- Sid & Nancy - O Amor Mata
- Сід і Ненсі
- 시드와 낸시
- Sid şi Nancy
- Sid a Nancy
- シド・アンド・ナンシー
- หนังเฮี้ยน...เพี้ยนละเอียด
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Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including D.O.A., The Filth and the Fury and Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll.
Sid and Nancy FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Sid and Nancy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Sid and Nancy?
Sid and Nancy runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
When was Sid and Nancy released?
Sid and Nancy was released on November 7, 1986.
Who is in the cast of Sid and Nancy?
Sid and Nancy stars Gary Oldman and Chloe Webb.
Where can I watch Sid and Nancy?
In the US, Sid and Nancy is streaming on IndieFlix Shorts and Plex Channel (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Sid and Nancy make at the box office?
Sid and Nancy grossed $2.9 million worldwide ($2.8 million domestic, $24,184 international) on a budget of $4 million.
How is Sid and Nancy rated?
Sid and Nancy has 7.0/10 on IMDb, 76 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.
Was Sid and Nancy nominated for any awards?
Sid and Nancy received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Sid and Nancy have a post-credit scene?
No. Sid and Nancy has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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