Where can I watch This Is Elvis (1981)?

In US, This Is Elvis is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is This Is Elvis worth watching?

This Is Elvis holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in This Is Elvis?

This Is Elvis stars Linda Thompson, David Scott, Paul Boensch III, Dana MacKay and Johnny Harra.

When was This Is Elvis released?

This Is Elvis was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.

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This Is Elvis (1981): cast, story & where to watch

1981 · Film · ★ 6.8

Released in 1981, This Is Elvis is a drama, music and documentary film directed by Andrew Solt, running about 110 minutes. “This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own wor” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Though several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life, this documentary is comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to him. This biographical docu-drama features rare footage of Elvis and dramatically recreated scenes from Elvis' life.

Who’s in it. This Is Elvis stars Linda Thompson as Self - Narration (voice), David Scott as Elvis - Age 18, Paul Boensch III as Elvis - Age 10 and Dana MacKay as Elvis - Age 35, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, This Is Elvis has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch This Is Elvis page.

If you liked it. Fans of This Is Elvis tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch This Is Elvis (1981)?: In US, This Is Elvis is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is This Is Elvis worth watching?: This Is Elvis holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in This Is Elvis?: This Is Elvis stars Linda Thompson, David Scott, Paul Boensch III, Dana MacKay and Johnny Harra.
When was This Is Elvis released?: This Is Elvis was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.