Star 80 (1983)

  • R
  • 11/10/1983 (US)
  • Drama
  • 1h 43m

The price of stardom was more than she bargained for.

Overview

Paul Snider is a narcissistic, small time hustler who fancies himself a ladies man. His life changes when he meets Dorothy Stratten working behind the counter of a Dairy Queen. Under his guidance Dorothy grows to fame as a Playboy Playmate. But when Dorothy begins pursuing an acting career, the jealous Paul finds himself elbowed out of the picture by more famous men.

Bob Fosse

Director, Screenplay

Cast

Mariel Hemingway's headshot

Mariel Hemingway

Dorothy Stratten
Eric Roberts's headshot

Eric Roberts

Paul Snider
Cliff Robertson's headshot

Cliff Robertson

Hugh Hefner
Carroll Baker's headshot

Carroll Baker

Dorothy's Mum
Roger Rees's headshot

Roger Rees

Aram Nicholas
David Clennon's headshot

David Clennon

Martin "Geb" Gebber
Josh Mostel's headshot

Josh Mostel

Private Detective
Lisa Gordon's headshot

Lisa Gordon

Eileen

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