Improvisation (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film
Released in 2004, Improvisation is a music and documentary film directed by Norman Granz, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. Improvisational jazz performance filmed in 1950 by Gjon Mili plus Duke Ellington Trio filmed in July 1966, Count Basie at the Montreux Jazz Festival 1977, Joe Pass 1979, Ella Fitzgerald 1979, and Oscar Peterson at the Montreux Jazz Festival 1977.
Who’s in it. Improvisation stars Duke Ellington as Self, Count Basie as himself, Ella Fitzgerald as Self and Coleman Hawkins as Self, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Improvisation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Improvisation tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Improvisation (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Improvisation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Improvisation?
- Improvisation stars Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Ella Fitzgerald, Coleman Hawkins and Dizzy Gillespie.
- When was Improvisation released?
- Improvisation was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.