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Mick Jagger’s wild Rio video shoot spirals into a chaotic odyssey of jealousy, disguises, and misadventure.

RUNNING OUT OF LUCK

1987 · 1h 20m · R · Adventure / Comedy · IMDB TMDB

A rock singer goes to Brazil to shoot a video, but winds up getting kidnapped and turned over to the oversexed owner of a banana plantation.

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Proof that even rock legends can have a really bad day at the office—especially when the office is Rio.

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Only Mick Jagger could turn a Brazilian music video shoot into a fever dream of jealousy, disguise, and unexpected brawls. Between Dennis Hopper’s unhinged director and an ambush by cross-dressing imposters, this is rock-star fantasy at its most unfiltered. Come for the party, stay for the misadventures.

— SassyFlix Programmer
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Quick Answer
What is Running Out of Luck about?

Running Out of Luck is a 1987 American adventure comedy film directed by Julien Temple about a rock singer whose music video shoot in Brazil devolves into a string of chaotic misadventures after he is beaten, robbed, and stranded.

Details & Specs
Director
Julien Temple
Writers
Mick Jagger, Julien Temple
Release
1987
Runtime
1h 20m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Genres
Adventure, Comedy

Overview

Running Out of Luck follows rock star Mick (played by Mick Jagger) as he heads to Rio de Janeiro to film a music video. Amidst the tropical heat, Mick’s relationship with his wife or girlfriend (Jerry Hall) is on the rocks, with each trying to provoke the other’s jealousy—she cozies up to a cabana boy, and Mick invites three mysterious women to his trailer. The night takes a turn when Mick is robbed and dumped in a truck by the supposed women, leaving him stranded far from the city. With a backdrop of wild parties, unpredictable encounters, and the chaos of celebrity life abroad, this adventure comedy spins a tale of mishaps and mischief in Brazil.
Ending Explained Spoilers — click to reveal

Mick escapes from jail with Rae’s help, returns to London, and surprises everyone by making music with a new band as the press discovers he is alive.

The film concludes with Mick breaking free from his misadventures in Brazil, signaling a return to his old life and creativity. His unexpected reappearance in London, along with a new band, brings the chaotic journey full circle, emphasizing resilience and the unpredictable nature of fame. The ending lands as both a comedic and triumphant resolution, highlighting the absurd yet oddly redemptive path Mick has taken.

Why Cult

Rock-Star Madcap Adventure

Experience Mick Jagger playing himself as he stumbles through bizarre escapades in Brazil, blending music world glam with unpredictable chaos.

Celebrity Cameos

Spot Jerry Hall as herself and Dennis Hopper as a wild video director, adding authentic showbiz flavor to the absurd proceedings.

Gender-Bending Heist

The film’s memorable early twist sees Mick seduced and then mugged by three disguised imposters, setting off the wild chain of events.

Brazilian Backdrop

The sun-soaked setting in Rio and the surrounding countryside infuses the film with party vibes and unpredictable energy.

Cast & Crew

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Director: Julien Temple Writers: Mick Jagger +1 more
Mick Jagger Mick Jagger Mick Rae Dawn Chong Rae Dawn Chong Slave Girl Dennis Hopper Dennis Hopper Video Director Jerry Hall Jerry Hall Herself Norma Bengell Norma Bengell Grande Otelo Grande Otelo Jorge Coutinho Jorge Coutinho José Dumont José Dumont Prison Card Player Carlos Kroeber Carlos Kroeber GR Geraldo Rosa Bunkhouse Card Player Nicholas Ball Nicholas Ball Jim Broadbent Jim Broadbent James Villiers James Villiers RC Roxana Campos C Carmita Girl on Yacht AC Angela Castro Blonde Wig Whore JC Jorge Coutinho Bunkhouse Card Player MD Marcia DeSouza Mick's Dancing Partner AD Angelo Di Biase Angelo AG Andre Gasparelli Transvestite I Raul Gazolla Raul Gazolla Spiderman Markus Konká Markus Konká Prison Card Player L Luana Transvestite III L Luma Girl on Yacht Marcelo Madureira Marcelo Madureira The Boy IM Ita Moreno Guitar Player Waldir Onofre Waldir Onofre Guard Paulão Paulão Tonico Pereira Tonico Pereira Truck Driver Zeni Pereira Zeni Pereira Matriarch Paulo César Peréio Paulo César Peréio Ruy Polanah Ruy Polanah Prison Card Player JP John Procter Casino Manager LP Laura Procter Varig Sales Girl Thelma Reston Thelma Reston Old Woman VS Vicky Schneider Girl on Yacht Johnny Shannon Johnny Shannon Sandro Solviatti Sandro Solviatti Old Man PH Paulo Henrique Souto Transvestite in Prison T Tarita Girl on Yacht Tony Tornado Tony Tornado Bunkhouse Card Player V Vanessa Transvestite II MV Mis Viana Doorman Richard David Court Richard David Court Ritchie

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Questions from the Vault

What is Running Out of Luck about? +

Running Out of Luck is about a rock singer whose trip to Brazil for a music video spirals into chaos after he is robbed and stranded, leading to a string of comic misadventures.

When was Running Out of Luck released? +

Running Out of Luck was released in 1987.

Who directed Running Out of Luck? +

Running Out of Luck was directed by Julien Temple.

How long is Running Out of Luck? +

Running Out of Luck has a runtime of 80 minutes.

What genre is Running Out of Luck? +

Running Out of Luck is an adventure comedy film.

Where can I watch Running Out of Luck? +

You can watch Running Out of Luck on SassyFlix.

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