An explosive musical odyssey of redemption where soul meets chaos. Two brothers in black suits tear through Chicago on a divine quest, turning destruction into rhythm and lawlessness into a holy crusade.
The Blues Brothers
"They'll never get caught. They're on a mission from God."
Director:
John Landis
Cast:
Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, James Brown, Cab Calloway, Ray Charles
Crime
Action
Comedy
Music
Budget:
$27,000,000
Box Office:
$115,229,890
The Blues Brothers - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details
Easter Eggs
See You Next Wednesday
A recurring gag in John Landis films. In this movie, it appears on a billboard featuring a gorilla and later on a movie theater marquee where the Nazi car crashes. It references a line from 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Steven Spielberg Cameo
The legendary director appears as the clerk at the Cook County Assessor's Office who eats a sandwich and finally stamps the tax receipt.
Frank Oz Cameo
The voice of Yoda and Miss Piggy plays the Corrections Officer at the beginning who returns Jake's personal effects (one prophylactic, soiled).
Joe Walsh Cameo
The guitarist for the Eagles is the first prisoner to jump up on the table during the closing 'Jailhouse Rock' performance.