The Devil and Daniel Johnston(2006)
Overview
This 2005 documentary film chronicles the life of Daniel Johnston, a manic-depressive genius singer/songwriter/artist, from childhood up to the present, with an emphasis on his mental illness and how it manifested itself in demonic self-obsession.
Director
Jeff Feuerzeig
Studio
Complex Corporation
Cast
Daniel Johnston
as Self
Bill Johnston
as Self
Margie Johnston
as Self
Mabel Johnston
as Self
Jeff Tartakov
as Self
Kathy McCarty
as Self
Dick Johnston
as Self
Laurie Allen
as Self
Sally Johnston Reid
as Self
Gibby Haynes
as Self
Brian Beattie
as Self
David Fair
as Self
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2006
Runtime
1h 50m
Language
English
Rating
7.7 / 10
Production Companies
Complex Corporation • This is that
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Devil and Daniel Johnston?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Devil and Daniel Johnston (2006).
What is The Devil and Daniel Johnston about?▼
This 2005 documentary film chronicles the life of Daniel Johnston, a manic-depressive genius singer/songwriter/artist, from childhood up to the present, with an emphasis on his mental illness and how it manifested itself in demonic self-obsession.
Who directed The Devil and Daniel Johnston?▼
The Devil and Daniel Johnston was directed by Jeff Feuerzeig and released in 2006. It is a documentary, music film.
How long is The Devil and Daniel Johnston?▼
The Devil and Daniel Johnston has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
Who stars in The Devil and Daniel Johnston?▼
The cast of The Devil and Daniel Johnston includes Daniel Johnston as Self, Bill Johnston as Self, Margie Johnston as Self, Mabel Johnston as Self, Jeff Tartakov as Self and more.
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