I Went To The Dance (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1989, I Went To The Dance is a music and documentary film directed by Chris Strachwitz, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. The definitive film on the history of the toe-tapping, foot-stomping music of French Southwest Louisiana. Includes many Cajun and Zydeco greats, featuring Michael Doucet and Beausoleil, Clifton Chenier, Marc and Ann Savoy, D.L. Menard, and many others.
Who’s in it. I Went To The Dance stars Michael Doucet as Self, Clifton Chenier as Self, Marc Savoy as Self and Ann Savoy as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, I Went To The Dance has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I Went To The Dance page.
If you liked it. Fans of I Went To The Dance tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch I Went To The Dance (1989)?
- In US, I Went To The Dance is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is I Went To The Dance worth watching?
- I Went To The Dance holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in I Went To The Dance?
- I Went To The Dance stars Michael Doucet, Clifton Chenier, Marc Savoy, Ann Savoy and Varise Conner.
- When was I Went To The Dance released?
- I Went To The Dance was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.