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Three carhops, a French chef, and a sinking drive-in serve up a side of 1978 comedy.

STARHOPS

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1978 · 1h 22m · PG · Comedy · IMDB TMDB

Three carhops try to help save a failing drive-in restaurant.

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What is Starhops about?

Starhops is a 1978 American comedy film directed by Barbara Peeters about three carhops and a French chef attempting to save a failing drive-in restaurant.

Synopsis

After the owner of a failing drive-in restaurant sells his establishment, two waitresses and a French chef try to turn it around.
Details & Specs
Director
Barbara Peeters
Writers
Barbara Peeters, Stephanie Rothman
Release
1978
Runtime
1h 22m
Language
English
Genres
Comedy
Also Known As
Curb Service

Why Cult

Drive-In Diner Chaos

The action centers on a struggling drive-in and the scrappy crew trying to keep it afloat.

Female-Led Hijinks

Three carhops—played by Dorothy Buhrman, Sterling Frazier, and Jillian Kesner—steer the comedic action.

Barbara Peeters Direction

Directed by Barbara Peeters, who brings her touch to the offbeat world of drive-in comedy.

Quirky Character Lineup

From a French chef to a cast including Dick Miller and Peter Liapis, expect personality with your fries.

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Questions from the Vault

What is Starhops about? +

Starhops follows three carhops and a French chef as they try to save a failing drive-in restaurant.

When was Starhops released? +

Starhops was released in 1978.

Who directed Starhops? +

Barbara Peeters directed Starhops.

How long is Starhops? +

Starhops has a runtime of 82 minutes.

What genre is Starhops? +

Starhops is a comedy.

Where can I watch Starhops? +

You can watch Starhops on SassyFlix.