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68% Critic Match
Tap
“Sometimes, no matter what, you can't escape the rhythm.”
6.8 / 10• 1989• 1h 51m•NR• English
DramaMusic
Storyline
Max Washington has just been released from prison after serving time for burglary. He returns to his old hangout, a hoofer club. His old girl friend, Amy, who still works at the club as a Tap instructor, is less than thrilled to see him. Her father, Little Mo, is happy to see him, because he has plans for a show involving Max. In addition, Max's old partners in crime have another job for him.
Cast & Crew
Gregory Hines
Max Washington
Lead
Suzzanne Douglas
Amy Simms
Sammy Davis Jr.
Little Mo
Savion Glover
Louis Simms
Joe Morton
Nicky
Dick Anthony Williams
Francis
Sandman Sims
Sandman
Bunny Briggs
Bunny
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Nick Castle's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Tap is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
