Cajun Country (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film

Cajun Country poster

Released in 1991, Cajun Country is a documentary film directed by Alan Lomax, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. The bayous of Louisiana have combined French, German, West Indian, native American and hillbilly ingredients into a unique cultural gumbo. Cajun Country investigates Cajun's roots in Western France, visits their cattle drives, horse races, and barroom dances in rural Louisiana, and listens to the salty tales and raunchy songs of its black, white, and Indian music-makers. Performancers include Canray Fontenot, Bois Sec Ardoin, Michael Doucet, Octa Clark, Dewey Balfa, and Dennis McGee.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cajun Country page.

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Where can I watch Cajun Country (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cajun Country change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
When was Cajun Country released?
Cajun Country was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.