Gamma Ray: Heading for the East (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1990, Gamma Ray: Heading for the East is a music and documentary film directed by Steve Payne, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. Heading for the East was recorded live on November 11th, 1990 at Shibuya Kokaido Hall in Tokyo, Japan by the German power metal band Gamma Ray following the release of their album Heading for Tomorrow.

Who’s in it. Gamma Ray: Heading for the East stars Ralf Scheepers as Himself, Kai Hansen as Himself, Dirk Schlächter as Himself and Uwe Wessel as Himself, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Gamma Ray: Heading for the East has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gamma Ray: Heading for the East page.

If you liked it. Fans of Gamma Ray: Heading for the East tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Gamma Ray: Heading for the East (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gamma Ray: Heading for the East change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Gamma Ray: Heading for the East worth watching?
Gamma Ray: Heading for the East holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Gamma Ray: Heading for the East?
Gamma Ray: Heading for the East stars Ralf Scheepers, Kai Hansen, Dirk Schlächter, Uwe Wessel and Uli Kusch.
When was Gamma Ray: Heading for the East released?
Gamma Ray: Heading for the East was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.