Down from the Mountain (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 7.6
Released in 2001, Down from the Mountain is a music and documentary film directed by D. A. Pennebaker, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. On May 24, 2000, the historic Ryman Auditorium was booked to offer Nashvillians an evening of sublime beauty. Label executives and soundtrack producers so loved the music of O Brother, Where Art Thou? that they brought it to life as a benefit concert for the Country Music Hall of Fame. Filmmakers Joel and Ethan Coen loved it so much that they hired famed documentary filmmaker D.A. Pennebaker to record the show for posterity. The concert that unfolded that night was one of the greatest musical moments in the annals of Music City. Performers: John Hartford, Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch, Chris Thomas King, The Cox Family, Fairfield Four, Union Station, Colin Linden, The Nashville Bluegrass Band, The Peasall Sisters, Ralph Stanley, David Rawlings, The Whites.
Who’s in it. Down from the Mountain stars Alison Krauss as Self, Emmylou Harris as Self, Gillian Welch as Self and Ralph Stanley as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, Down from the Mountain 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 Down from the Mountain page.
If you liked it. Fans of Down from the Mountain tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Down from the Mountain (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Down from the Mountain change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Down from the Mountain worth watching?
- Down from the Mountain holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Down from the Mountain?
- Down from the Mountain stars Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch, Ralph Stanley and T Bone Burnett.
- When was Down from the Mountain released?
- Down from the Mountain was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.