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200 Motels
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200 Motels

1971 · 98 min Fantasy Comedy Music
5.2 / 10 · TMDB

"Touring makes you crazy," Frank Zappa says, explaining that the idea for this film came to him while the Mothers of Invention were touring. The story, interspersed with performances by the Mothers and the Royal Symphony Orchestra, is a tale of life on the road. The band members' main concerns are the search for groupies and the desire to get paid.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

200 Motels is an acquired taste at 5.2/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1971. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Frank Zappa

Frank Zappa

Member of Mothers of Invention (uncredited)

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Mark Volman

Member of Mothers of Invention

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Howard Kaylan

Member of Mothers of Invention

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Ian Underwood

Member of Mothers of Invention

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Aynsley Dunbar

Member of Mothers of Invention

George Duke

George Duke

Member of Mothers of Invention

Theodore Bikel

Theodore Bikel

Rance Muhammitz / Dave

Keith Moon

Keith Moon

Hot Nun

Ringo Starr

Ringo Starr

Larry the Dwarf / Frank Zappa

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Janet Neville-Ferguson

Groupie #1 (Janet Ferguson)

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