Leader of the Band
"For years the Olmstead High Marching Band was out-of-tune, out-of-step and out-of-their-minds. But now they've got a new leader."
Originally released in 1987. Leader of the Band is a comedy film. directed by Nessa Hyams.
Starring Steve Landesberg, Gailard Sartain, and Mercedes Ruehl
Synopsis
After several months of hard times, pianist Eddie Layton is offered the job of bandleader at Olmstead University. His first meeting is discouraging, as the young people are a happy group with very basic musical skills. But Eddie doesn't give up, he wants to motivate his students and his enthusiasm pays off. With the help of French teacher and band sponsor Miss Cooper and billionaire Elmo De Lavallard, who buys new instruments and brightly coloured uniforms, Eddie is proud to lead these musicians who play their hearts out for him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 7, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
3.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Vista Organization
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leader of the Band about?
After several months of hard times, pianist Eddie Layton is offered the job of bandleader at Olmstead University. His first meeting is discouraging, as the young people are a happy group with very ...
Who directed Leader of the Band?
Leader of the Band was directed by Nessa Hyams.
How long is Leader of the Band?
Leader of the Band has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Leader of the Band released?
Leader of the Band was released on August 7, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Leader of the Band?
The main cast of Leader of the Band includes Steve Landesberg, Gailard Sartain, Mercedes Ruehl, Julie Murphy, Chung Yen Tsay.