Club Paradise Apr 2026

Note: This article refers to the 1986 film. It should not be confused with the 2011 song "Club Paradise" by Drake or the Discovery Coron Resort in the Philippines. The in Jamaica? The music and soundtrack by Jimmy Cliff?

Bill Murray famously turned down the lead role, which then went to Williams. Club Paradise

Despite this, the film is cherished for its laid-back 80s vibe, musical contributions from Jimmy Cliff, and the early comedy performances of its ensemble cast. It is now seen as a nostalgic, though flawed, entry in the 1980s comedy genre. Note: This article refers to the 1986 film

Club Paradise was not a critical success upon its release, with reviewers criticizing the weak plot and uneven comedy. Roger Ebert described it as a film where a group of talented comedians was left to their own devices, resulting in "a shambles". The music and soundtrack by Jimmy Cliff

Robin Williams in the lead role, with a strong supporting cast including Peter O'Toole, Rick Moranis, Eugene Levy, and Twiggy.

The film follows Jack Moniker (Robin Williams), a Chicago firefighter who retires early after suffering an injury in the line of duty. Looking for a new life, he moves to the fictional Caribbean island of St. Nicholas. There, he befriends Ernest Reed (Jimmy Cliff), the owner of a run-down resort that is under threat from greedy developers looking to build high-rises.

Writer Harry Shearer was so unsatisfied with the final product that he used a pseudonym for his work on the script. Reception and Legacy