The Last Hillbilly (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2021, The Last Hillbilly is a documentary film directed by Thomas Jenkoe, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. Kentucky. For decades, Brian Ritchie's family has been living in the heart of the Appalachians. But the mines have been shut down, with nothing to replace them. Caught between a mythical past and an indiscernible future, Brian is one of the last witnesses of a vanishing world, that inspires his poetry.
Who’s in it. The Last Hillbilly stars Brian Ritchie.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Last Hillbilly has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Hillbilly page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Last Hillbilly (2021)?
- In US, The Last Hillbilly is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Last Hillbilly worth watching?
- The Last Hillbilly holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Last Hillbilly?
- The Last Hillbilly stars Brian Ritchie.
- When was The Last Hillbilly released?
- The Last Hillbilly was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.