Set in Modesto, California, in 1962, the film is a study of the cruising and early rock and roll cultures popular among Lucas' age group at that time. Through a series of vignettes, it tells the …

Aug 11, 1973 · It seems almost a fluke, shot in 29 days and on a tight budget, but "American Graffiti" is a classic. It is perhaps pure nostalgia, mixing pathos and humor, sadness and …

An enduring classic, American Graffiti is a coming of age story inspired by director George Lucas' youth in the valley town of Modesto, California. It is a masterwork of vibrant colors, exciting …

Nov 1, 2025 · American Graffiti, a coming-of-age film directed and cowritten by George Lucas and released in 1973. It was shot on a budget of about $750,000 and wound up grossing more …

From director George Lucas (Star Wars) and producer Francis Ford Coppola (The Godfather), American Graffiti is a classic coming-of-age story set against the 1960s backdrop of hot rods,...

On the night before two of them leave for college, four high school pals cruise around town finding love and mischief in this coming-of-age classic. Watch trailers & learn more.

From director George Lucas (Star Wars) and producer Francis Ford Coppola (The Godfather), American Graffiti is a classic coming-of-age story set against the 1960s backdrop of hot rods,...

A couple of high school graduates spend one final night cruising the strip with their buddies before they go off to college.

Whole cultures and societies have passed since 1962. “American Graffiti” is not only a great movie but a brilliant work of historical fiction; no sociological treatise could duplicate the …

American Graffiti (1973) - Cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.