Movie

The Dark Backward

“It's the world inside out.”

★ 5.7(40)19911h 41m

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Good to know

Director: Adam Rifkin
Release date: 1991-07-26
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: English
Box office: $28,654
Budget: $2,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America

The Dark Backward — trailer

About The Dark Backward

The Dark Backward is a 1991 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Adam Rifkin, starring Judd Nelson, Bill Paxton and Wayne Newton. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 40 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Dark Backward in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A man pursues stand-up comedy encouraged by his fellow garbage man. Though his friend, who accompanies him on accordion, continues to tell him how great he is, he actually stinks. When the "comedian" grows a third arm out of his back, the friend uses this twist to get him signed up with a sleazy talent agent, and it begins to look like his career is on the move, even though his girlfriend has left him.

Cast

Judd Nelson

Marty Malt

Bill Paxton

Gus

Wayne Newton

Jackie Chrome

Lara Flynn Boyle

Rosarita

James Caan

Dr. Scurvy

Rob Lowe

Dirk Delta

Claudia Christian

Kitty

Billy Bob Thornton

Patron at Sloppy's

King Moody

Twinkee Doodle

Danny Dayton

Syd

Carrie Lynn

Nicolette

Anna Berger

Mrs. Malt

Themes & keywords

garbageman mutationaccordiontalent agentstand-up comediananti-humor

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Dark Backward in Mexico?+

The Dark Backward is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Dark Backward on Netflix?+

The Dark Backward is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Dark Backward?+

The Dark Backward has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in The Dark Backward?+

The Dark Backward stars Judd Nelson, Bill Paxton, Wayne Newton, Lara Flynn Boyle and James Caan.

When did The Dark Backward come out?+

The Dark Backward is a 1991 movie directed by Adam Rifkin.

What genre is The Dark Backward?+

The Dark Backward is Comedy film.

Who directed The Dark Backward?+

The Dark Backward was directed by Adam Rifkin.