It Came from Hollywood (1982)

Name: It Came from Hollywood
Genre: Documentary, Comedy, Horror
Released: 1982-10-29

1h 20m

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October 29, 1982
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Plot.

Dan Aykroyd, John Candy, Gilda Radner and Cheech and Chong present this compilation of classic bad films from the 50's, 60's and 70's. Special features on gorilla pictures, anti-marijuana films and a special tribute to the worst film maker of all-time, Ed Wood.

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Details.

Release Date
October 29, 1982

Status
Released

Running Time
1h 20m

Content Rating
PG

Budget
$5,000,000

Box Office
$2,091,037

Genres
Documentary Comedy Horror

Last updated: 2025-03-01

This Movie Is About.

movie business

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b movie

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monster movie

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low-budget filmmaking

Wiki.

It Came from Hollywood is a 1982 American comedy documentary film compiling clips from various B movies. Written by Dana Olsen and directed by Malcolm Leo and Andrew Solt, the film features wraparound segments and narration by several famous comedians, including Dan Aykroyd, John Candy, Gilda Radner, and Cheech and Chong. Sections of It Came from Hollywood focus on gorilla pictures, anti-marijuana films and the works of Ed Wood. The closing signature song was the doo wop hit "What's Your Name" by Don and Juan.