Filmmaker (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 6.6

Released in 1968, Filmmaker is a documentary film directed by George Lucas, running about 32 minutes.
What it’s about. A behind-the-scenes documentary by George Lucas about 29-year-old Francis Ford Coppola and his crew creating the 1969 film "The Rain People."
Who’s in it. Filmmaker stars Francis Ford Coppola as Himself, Shirley Knight as Herself, James Caan as Himself and George Lucas as Himself (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Filmmaker has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Filmmaker page.
If you liked it. Fans of Filmmaker tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Filmmaker (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Filmmaker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Filmmaker worth watching?
- Filmmaker holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Filmmaker?
- Filmmaker stars Francis Ford Coppola, Shirley Knight, James Caan, George Lucas and Robert Duvall.
- When was Filmmaker released?
- Filmmaker was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 32 minutes.