Merle Travis: Guitar Man (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film
Released in 2016, Merle Travis: Guitar Man is a music and documentary film, running about 57 minutes.
What it’s about. Merle Travis took the experiences of his early years growing up in Muhlenberg County, Ky., to the national stage and rode the rising tide of country music’s popularity in the years following World War II. His considerable talents as a singer, songwriter, bandleader, and guitar-picking pioneer still reverberate in the heartbeat of American music today, more than three decades after his passing.
Who’s in it. Merle Travis: Guitar Man stars Merle Travis as Himself (archival footage), Merle Haggard, Marty Stuart and Eddie Pennington, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Merle Travis: Guitar Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of Merle Travis: Guitar Man tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Merle Travis: Guitar Man (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Merle Travis: Guitar Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Merle Travis: Guitar Man?
- Merle Travis: Guitar Man stars Merle Travis, Merle Haggard, Marty Stuart, Eddie Pennington and Thom Bresh.
- When was Merle Travis: Guitar Man released?
- Merle Travis: Guitar Man was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.