Live Aid (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 7.8
Released in 1985, Live Aid is a music and documentary film directed by Vincent Scarza, running about 960 minutes. “The day the music changed the world” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Live Aid was held on 13 July 1985, simultaneously in Wembley Stadium in London, England, and the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, United States. It was one of the largest scale satellite link-ups and television broadcasts of all time: watched live by an estimated global audience of 1.9 billion, across 150 nations. "It's twelve noon in London, seven AM in Philadelphia, and around the world it's time for Live Aid...!"
Who’s in it. Live Aid stars Bob Dylan as Self, David Bowie as Self, Mick Jagger as Self and Paul McCartney as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Live Aid has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $150M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Live Aid page.
If you liked it. Fans of Live Aid tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Live Aid (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Live Aid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Live Aid worth watching?
- Live Aid holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Live Aid?
- Live Aid stars Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Paul McCartney and Madonna.
- When was Live Aid released?
- Live Aid was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 960 minutes.