Richy Guitar is actually called Richard, but only called like this by his parents. The young man finds it difficult to find work in Berlin and when he finally does, he is bullied by his boss. When he meets drummer Igor and bassist Hans, a new rock band is immediately formed. While the trio dreams of a gig at the Avus racetrack, Richy's relationship breaks down...
Farin Urlaub
as Richard Schrader
Bela B.
as Igor
Hans Runge
as Hans
Nena
as Herself
Kristina Raschen
as Anja
Ingrid van Bergen
as Mutter
Horst Pinnow
as Vater
Dan van Husen
as Harter Bursche
Rolf Eden
as Manager Hecht
