Songcatcher (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2001, Songcatcher is a drama and music film directed by Maggie Greenwald, running about 109 minutes. “Fall under its spell..” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After being denied a promotion at the university where she teaches, Doctor Lily Penleric, a brilliant musicologist, impulsively visits her sister, who runs a struggling rural school in Appalachia. There she stumbles upon the discovery of her life - a treasure trove of ancient Scots-Irish ballads, songs that have been handed down from generation to generation, preserved intact by the seclusion of the mountains. With the goal of securing her promotion, Lily ventures into the most isolated areas of the mountains to collect the songs and finds herself increasingly enchanted.
Who’s in it. Songcatcher stars Janet McTeer as Professor Lily Penleric, PhD, Michael Davis as Dean Arthur Pembroke, Michael Goodwin as Professor Wallace Aldrich, PhD and Gregory Russell Cook as Fate Honeycutt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Songcatcher 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 Songcatcher page.
If you liked it. Fans of Songcatcher tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Songcatcher (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Songcatcher change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Songcatcher worth watching?
- Songcatcher holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Songcatcher?
- Songcatcher stars Janet McTeer, Michael Davis, Michael Goodwin, Gregory Russell Cook and Jane Adams.