The Show (1995 film)

The Show is a 1995 American documentary film about hip hop music. It was directed by Brian Robbins (in his feature directorial debut) and featured interviews with some of hip hop's biggest names. Def Jam founder Russell Simmons stars in and narrates the film. The film grossed $1,482,892 in its opening weekend and $2,702,578 during its theatrical run.

The Show
Home video poster
Directed by	Brian Robbins
Produced by	Brian Robbins Michael Tollin
Starring	Russell Simmons
Cinematography	Dasal Banks Larry Banks Stephen Consentino Ericson Core John L. Demps Jr. Michael Negrin John Simmons
Edited by	Michael Schultz
Music by	Stanley Clarke
Production company	Rysher Entertainment
Distributed by	Savoy Pictures
Release date	August 25, 1995 (1995-08-25)
Running time	93 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Box office	$2,702,578[1]

Plot

Cast

• Afrika Bambaataa
• The Notorious B.I.G.
• Kurtis Blow
• Sean "Puffy" Combs
• Snoop Doggy Dogg
• Dr. Dre
• Warren G
• Andre Harrell of Uptown Records
• Kid Capri
• LL Cool J
• Craig Mack
• Method Man
• Melle Mel
• Naughty by Nature
• Raekwon
• Run-D.M.C.
• Slick Rick
• Russell Simmons
• Tha Dogg Pound
• Twinz
• Whodini
• Wu-Tang Clan

Soundtracks

Main article: The Show (soundtrack)

A soundtrack consisting entirely of hip hop was released on August 15, 1995 by Def Jam Recordings. The soundtrack was very successful, peaking at 4 on the Billboard 200 and 1 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums and was certified platinum on October 16, 1995.