Paul Simon: Under African Skies (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2012, Paul Simon: Under African Skies is a music and documentary film directed by Joe Berlinger, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Paul Simon returns to South Africa to explore the incredible journey of his historic Graceland album, including the political backlash he received for allegedly breaking the UN cultural boycott of South Africa designed to end the Apartheid regime. On the 25th anniversary of Paul Simon's GRACELAND, acclaimed documentary filmmaker Joe Berlinger offers a glimpse at the controversy surrounding the decision to record the album in South Africa despite a UN boycott of the nation, which was aimed at ending apartheid. In the run-up to an eagerly anticipated reunion concert, Simon, Quincy Jones, Peter Gabriel, David Byrne, Harry Belafonte, Paul McCartney and others reflect on the decision to record with local artists in South Africa, and the cultural impact of the album that delivered such hits as "I Know What I Know" and "You Can Call Me Al."
Who’s in it. Paul Simon: Under African Skies stars Paul Simon as Self, Maya Angelou as Self, Whoopi Goldberg as Self and Quincy Jones as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Paul Simon: Under African Skies has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paul Simon: Under African Skies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paul Simon: Under African Skies tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paul Simon: Under African Skies (2012)?
- In US, Paul Simon: Under African Skies is available to stream on Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Paul Simon: Under African Skies worth watching?
- Paul Simon: Under African Skies holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Paul Simon: Under African Skies?
- Paul Simon: Under African Skies stars Paul Simon, Maya Angelou, Whoopi Goldberg, Quincy Jones and Lorne Michaels.
- When was Paul Simon: Under African Skies released?
- Paul Simon: Under African Skies was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.