John Belushi stars as ‘Joliet’ Jake Blues and Dan Aykroyd as his brother Elwood in The Blues Brothers, with Carrie Fisher as the mysterious ex-girlfriend.
Main cast
- Jake BluesJohn BelushiMain
- Elwood BluesDan AykroydMain
- Mystery WomanCarrie FisherMain
Supporting cast
- CurtisCab CallowaySupp
- Sister Mary Stigmata (The Penguin)Kathleen FreemanSupp
- Burton MercerJohn CandySupp
- Maury SlineHenry GibsonSupp
- Trooper DanielJohn LandisSupp
Guest & voice
- Ray CharlesRay CharlesGuest
- Aretha FranklinAretha FranklinGuest
- James BrownJames BrownGuest
- John Lee HookerJohn Lee HookerGuest
- Chaka KhanChaka KhanGuest
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About this cast
The Blues Brothers (1980) is a musical comedy film directed by John Landis, starring John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd as the titular blues-singing brothers on a mission from God. The film features a supporting cast including Carrie Fisher, John Candy, and numerous musical legends.
FAQs
Who plays Jake Blues in Blues Brothers?
John Belushi plays Jake Blues, the lead character and brother of Elwood.
Who plays Elwood Blues in Blues Brothers?
Dan Aykroyd plays Elwood Blues, the other half of the Blues Brothers duo.
Is The Blues Brothers based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional comedy film, though it was inspired by a Saturday Night Live sketch featuring Belushi and Aykroyd as the Blues Brothers band.
What is the film’s running time?
The Blues Brothers has a runtime of approximately 133 minutes (2 hours 13 minutes).
Who directed The Blues Brothers?
The film was directed by John Landis, who also appears in a cameo role as Trooper Daniel.
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