MTV Unplugged (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Series · ★ 7.1
Released in 1989, MTV Unplugged is a documentary series.
What it’s about. MTV's acclaimed music series showcases today's top artists and rising stars in the industry performing acoustic versions of their songs.
Who’s in it. MTV Unplugged stars Bruce Springsteen as Self, Michael Stipe as Self, Dr. John as Self and Michelle Shocked as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, MTV Unplugged has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Paramount Plus Essential, Philo, Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel and Paramount+ Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch MTV Unplugged page.
If you liked it. Fans of MTV Unplugged tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch MTV Unplugged (1989)?
- In US, MTV Unplugged is available to stream on Paramount Plus Essential, Philo and Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel . Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is MTV Unplugged worth watching?
- MTV Unplugged holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in MTV Unplugged?
- MTV Unplugged stars Bruce Springsteen, Michael Stipe, Dr. John, Michelle Shocked and Graham Parker.
- When was MTV Unplugged released?
- MTV Unplugged was released in 1989.