Krush Groove

1985 R 1h 37m 6.4

The story of a man who has started a new hip-hop/rap label called Krush Groove.

In this movie based on the early days of Def Jam Recordings, up-and-coming manager Russell Walker manages all the hottest acts on the record label Krush Groove Records, which include Run-D.M.C., Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, and Kurtis Blow, while Rick (Rubin) produces the label's records. When Run-D.M.C. has a hit record and Russell doesn't have the money to press records, he borrows money from a street hustler. At the same time, Russell and and his brother Run both compete for the heart of R&B singer Sheila E.

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Info about Krush Groove

Studio(s): Crystalite Productions, Film Development Fund

Originally Released: United States on Oct 25, 1985

Box Office Gross: $11,000,000.00

Budget: $3,000,000.00

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Music