Global Metal (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2008, Global Metal is a music and documentary film directed by Sam Dunn, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. In GLOBAL METAL, directors Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn set out to discover how the West's most maligned musical genre - heavy metal - has impacted the world's cultures beyond Europe and North America. The film follows metal fan and anthropologist Sam Dunn on a whirlwind journey through Asia, South America and the Middle East as he explores the underbelly of the world's emerging extreme music scenes; from Indonesian death metal to Chinese black metal to Iranian thrash metal. GLOBAL METAL reveals a worldwide community of metalheads who aren't just absorbing metal from the West - they're transforming it - creating a new form of cultural expression in societies dominated by conflict, corruption and mass-consumerism.
Who’s in it. Global Metal stars Sam Dunn as Himself, Rafael Bittencourt as Himself, Bruce Dickinson as Himself and Adrian Smith as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Global Metal has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Global Metal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Global Metal tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Global Metal (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Global Metal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Global Metal worth watching?
- Global Metal 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 Global Metal?
- Global Metal stars Sam Dunn, Rafael Bittencourt, Bruce Dickinson, Adrian Smith and Dave Murray.
- When was Global Metal released?
- Global Metal was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.