Monterey Pop (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1968, Monterey Pop is a music and documentary film directed by D. A. Pennebaker, running about 80 minutes. “Do you know where your kids are hanging out tonight?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Featuring performances by popular artists of the 1960s, this concert film highlights the music of the 1967 California festival. Although not all musicians who performed at the Monterey Pop Festival are on film, some of the notable acts include the Mamas and the Papas, Simon & Garfunkel, Jefferson Airplane, the Who, Otis Redding, and the Jimi Hendrix Experience. Hendrix's post-performance antics -- lighting a guitar on fire, breaking it and tossing a part into the audience -- are captured.
Who’s in it. Monterey Pop stars Scott McKenzie as Himself, Denny Doherty as Himself - Mamas and the Papas, Cass Elliot as Herself - Mamas and the Papas and John Phillips as Himself - Mamas and the Papas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Monterey Pop has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel and HBO Max and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Monterey Pop page.
If you liked it. Fans of Monterey Pop tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Monterey Pop (1968)?
- In US, Monterey Pop is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Monterey Pop worth watching?
- Monterey Pop holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Monterey Pop?
- Monterey Pop stars Scott McKenzie, Denny Doherty, Cass Elliot, John Phillips and Michelle Phillips.
- When was Monterey Pop released?
- Monterey Pop was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.