The Who: The Kids Are Alright(1979)
“One film that won't f-f-f-f-fade away”
Overview
Through concert performances and interviews, this film offers us a comprehensive look at the British pioneer rock group, The Who. It captures their zany craziness and outrageous antics from the initial formation of the group in 1964 to 1978. It notably features the band's last performance with long-term drummer Keith Moon, filmed at Shepperton Studios in May 1978, three months before his death.
Director
Jeff Stein
Studio
The Who Films
Budget
$2M
Cast
Roger Daltrey
as Self
John Entwistle
as Self
Pete Townshend
as Self
Keith Moon
as Self
Ringo Starr
as Self
Steve Martin
as Self
Russell Harty
as Self
Tom Smothers
as Self
Ken Russell
as Self
Melvyn Bragg
as Self
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1979
Runtime
1h 41m
Language
English
Rating
7.3 / 10
Budget
$2M
Production Companies
The Who Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Who: The Kids Are Alright?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Who: The Kids Are Alright (1979).
What is The Who: The Kids Are Alright about?▼
Through concert performances and interviews, this film offers us a comprehensive look at the British pioneer rock group, The Who. It captures their zany craziness and outrageous antics from the initial formation of the group in 1964 to 1978. It notably features the band's last performance with long-term drummer Keith Moon, filmed at Shepperton Studios in May 1978, three months before his death.
Who directed The Who: The Kids Are Alright?▼
The Who: The Kids Are Alright was directed by Jeff Stein and released in 1979. It is a documentary, music film.
How long is The Who: The Kids Are Alright?▼
The Who: The Kids Are Alright has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
Who stars in The Who: The Kids Are Alright?▼
The cast of The Who: The Kids Are Alright includes Roger Daltrey as Self, John Entwistle as Self, Pete Townshend as Self, Keith Moon as Self, Ringo Starr as Self and more.
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