When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate is a music and tv movie film directed by Emile Ardolino, running about 60 minutes.
What it’s about. This lively, spirit-lifting musical celebrates the sheer joy -- and survival -- of black music, song and poetry since the days of America's Civil War. With utter grace and ease, the gifted eight-member singing ensemble glides from gospel to disco and from slave-quarter sermons to contemporary black poetry.
Who’s in it. When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate stars Jeffrey Anderson-Gunter as Featured Performer, Brenda Braxton as Featured Performer, Lynne Clifton-Allen as Featured Performer and Cleavant Derricks as Featured Performer, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate page.
If you liked it. Fans of When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate?
- When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate stars Jeffrey Anderson-Gunter, Brenda Braxton, Lynne Clifton-Allen, Cleavant Derricks and Clinton Derricks-Carroll.
- When was When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate released?
- When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.