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The Shrimp on the Barbie

31st August 1990
1h 30m
Michael Gottlieb, Alan Smithee
If you started watching this film now, it would finish at approximately 6:09pm.

The Shrimp on the Barbie is a Romantic Comedy film released on 31st August 1990; Michael Gottlieb and Alan Smithee directed the film which stars Cheech Marin, Vernon Wells, and Bruce Spence.

Plot

Carlos has failed in show-biz and currently works as a waiter in a Mexican restaurant. There he meets Alex and dumb footballer Bruce celebrating their engagement with her parents. Alex' father is less than thrilled of her fiancée and says he'd rather accept anybody else. Eventually Alex hires Carlos to present him as her new fiancée.

Genres & Themes

Cast (36)

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Updated: 18th Feb 2025, 10:44pm. Data from JustWatch.

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The Shrimp on the Barbie FAQ

When was The Shrimp on the Barbie released?

The Shrimp on the Barbie was released 34 years ago, on Friday August 31st, 1990.

How much did The Shrimp on the Barbie cost to make?

The budget was $5,500,000.

Is The Shrimp on the Barbie on Netflix?

No, The Shrimp on the Barbie is not currently available on Netflix in the United States

Is The Shrimp on the Barbie on Amazon Prime?

Yes, The Shrimp on the Barbie is currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States

Is The Shrimp on the Barbie on Disney Plus?

No, The Shrimp on the Barbie is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States

The Shrimp on the Barbie Stats

Cast Age

Estimated Age During Filming

3% 13-19
3% 20-29
6% 30-39
11% 40-49
6% 50-59
3% 80-89
69% Unknown

Cast Genders

Who Is Most Represented

22% Female
78% Male

Good/Bad Characters

More Heroes of Villains?

100% Neutral/Unknown

Character Types

What Characters Feature

100% Unknown