{"product_id":"beat-street-1984-original-rank-video-vhs","title":"Beat Street (1984) Original Rank Video VHS","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the most important hip hop films ever released and a genuine piece of 1980s culture. Beat Street helped introduce breaking, DJing, MCing and graffiti art to audiences around the world and remains one of the defining films of the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased by Rank Video in the UK, this original VHS features performances and appearances from the legendary Rock Steady Crew, New York City Breakers, Grandmaster Melle Mel and The Furious Five, alongside an iconic soundtrack that helped shape an entire generation of hip hop fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe film follows aspiring DJ Kenny \"Double K\" Kirkland and his friends as they navigate the music, dance and graffiti scenes of New York City during hip hop's formative years. The unforgettable character Ramo and the film's authentic depiction of subway graffiti culture helped cement Beat Street's place in cinematic history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Beat Street VHS releases have become increasingly difficult to find, particularly complete examples with their original sleeve and tape. As physical media continues to disappear, surviving copies remain highly sought after by VHS collectors, hip hop enthusiasts and fans of 1980s street culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example features the original Rank Video VHS cassette and sleeve artwork, showcasing one of the most influential urban culture films ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true time capsule from the golden age of hip hop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear: 1984\u003cbr\u003eFormat: VHS\u003cbr\u003eDistributor: Rank Video\u003cbr\u003eCertificate: 15\u003cbr\u003eRunning Time: Approx. 104 Minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description and show the exact item you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and highly collectable piece of hip hop and VHS history.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old's Cool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57662617878859,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/8862\/6251\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-06-23at16.47.39.jpg?v=1782230225","url":"https:\/\/olds-cool.co.uk\/products\/beat-street-1984-original-rank-video-vhs","provider":"Old's Cool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}