One Hand Clapping (1974): cast, story & where to watch

1974 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1974, One Hand Clapping is a music and documentary film directed by David Litchfield, running about 55 minutes.

What it’s about. A rarely seen "rockumentary" made by Paul McCartney and his then band, Wings, at Abbey Road studios in London, in August 1974. The film features the band playing live and also voice overs with each member talking about their musical experiences up to that point. Songs featured include Maybe I'm Amazed, Jet and Live and Let Die.

Who’s in it. One Hand Clapping stars Paul McCartney, Linda McCartney, Geoff Britton and Denny Laine, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, One Hand Clapping has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Now TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch One Hand Clapping page.

If you liked it. Fans of One Hand Clapping tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch One Hand Clapping (1974)?
In GB, One Hand Clapping is available to stream on Now TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is One Hand Clapping worth watching?
One Hand Clapping holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in One Hand Clapping?
One Hand Clapping stars Paul McCartney, Linda McCartney, Geoff Britton, Denny Laine and Jimmy McCulloch.
When was One Hand Clapping released?
One Hand Clapping was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.