PG-13

Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives!

The Legend, The Music, The Man.

1989 • 104 min • Drama · Thriller · Music

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Synopsis

In the sixties, Eddie and the Cruisers were the hottest band around. But the tragic death of its lead singer broke the band up...only Eddie is not dead. He works as a carpenter in Montreal, but his love of music forces him to create a new band which will have to struggle with its anonymity.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

48 reviews

66 Audience · 48 · 100%

An iconic rock singer, presumed dead for years, tries to live a quiet life as a carpenter in Montreal. His passion for music eventually draws him back to performing, leading him to form a new band and confront his past.

Violence & peril: 2/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Some rock concert energy and crowds
Characters deal with past fame and loss

What it models well

Pursuing one's passion
Authenticity and identity
The power of music

Talk about it after

Why Eddie chose to disappear
The challenges of starting over
The meaning of success

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