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The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"

The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"

Do you believe in rock and roll?

With a narrative running deeper than a catchy tune and cryptic verses, “American Pie” is a musical phenomenon woven deep into the history of American culture, entertaining audiences around the world for over 50 years. This documentary tells the stories of the people who were a part of this moment from the beginning, shows the point of view of a new generation of artists who are motivated by the same values and ideas that inspired the song’s creation, and highlights cultural moments in America’s history that are as relevant now as they were in 1971, when the song was released.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"
  • Genres: Documentary, Music
  • Release Date: 2022-07-08
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 5.5/10 (6 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Meteor 17, MTV Documentary Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.2827
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Don McLean

Don McLean

as Self

Garth Brooks

Garth Brooks

as Self

Peter Gallagher

Peter Gallagher

as Self

'Weird Al' Yankovic

'Weird Al' Yankovic

as Self

Harvey Mason Jr.

Harvey Mason Jr.

as Self

Jade Bird

Jade Bird

as Self

Jencarlos Canela

Jencarlos Canela

as Self

Maffio

Maffio

as Self

Brian Wilson

Brian Wilson

as Self (archive footage)

Buddy Holly

Buddy Holly

as Self (archive footage)

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie scene

Trailers & Clips

Exclusive Clip

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

anthemmusic documentaryplane crashamerican pie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?â–Ľ

The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" is a Documentary, Music movie directed by . It was released on 2022-07-08.

Who are the main actors in The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?â–Ľ

The main cast includes Don McLean, Garth Brooks, Peter Gallagher, 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Harvey Mason Jr., .

Where can I watch The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" online?â–Ľ

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" is available.

Is The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" based on a true story?â–Ľ

Do you believe in rock and roll?

What is the IMDb rating of The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?â–Ľ

The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" has an IMDb rating of 5.5/10 based on 6 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?â–Ľ

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?â–Ľ

The soundtrack was composed by Meteor 17, MTV Documentary Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" filmed?â–Ľ

The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?â–Ľ

The total runtime of The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" is 94 minutes.

Is The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" suitable for kids?â–Ľ

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie"?â–Ľ

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie".

Does The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's "American Pie" have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ

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