The Velvet Underground (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2021, The Velvet Underground is a music and documentary film directed by Todd Haynes, running about 121 minutes.
What it’s about. Experience the iconic rock band's legacy in the first major documentary to tell their story. Directed with the era’s avant-garde spirit by Todd Haynes, this kaleidoscopic oral history combines exclusive interviews with dazzling archival footage.
Who’s in it. The Velvet Underground stars John Cale as Self, Lou Reed as Self (archive footage), Sterling Morrison as Self (archive footage) and Maureen Tucker as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Velvet Underground has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Apple TV and Apple TV Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Velvet Underground page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Velvet Underground tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Velvet Underground (2021)?
- In US, The Velvet Underground is available to stream on Apple TV and Apple TV Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Velvet Underground worth watching?
- The Velvet Underground holds an audience score of 6.8 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 The Velvet Underground?
- The Velvet Underground stars John Cale, Lou Reed, Sterling Morrison, Maureen Tucker and Jonas Mekas.
- When was The Velvet Underground released?
- The Velvet Underground was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.