SNL50: The Blues Brothers (1980) 45th Anniversary

They'll never get caught. They're on a mission from God.


John Landis

After his release from prison, Jake (John Belushi) reunites with his brother, Elwood (Dan Aykroyd) -- collectively known as the "Blues Brothers." Jake's first task is to save the orphanage the brothers grew up in from closing, by raising $5,000 to pay back taxes. The two are convinced they can earn the money by getting their old band back together. However, after playing several gigs and making a few enemies, including the police, the brothers face daunting odds to deliver the money on time.

Credits

Director(s):

John Landis

Producer(s):

Robert K. Weiss

Writer(s):

Dan Aykroyd, John Landis

Cast:

Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, James Brown, Cab Calloway, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin

Composer(s):

Elmer Bernstein