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Journey: Live at Budokan (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1983, Journey: Live at Budokan is a music film, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. With the addition of keyboardist Jonathan Cain and the release of the chart-topping Escape album, Journey reached the height of their popularity as of 1981, followed by their immensely successful Frontiers album of 1983. This superb set performed live for NHK's 'Young Music Show,' at Budokan Hall, Tokyo on March 2nd that year, showcases their incredible musicianship – including incendiary guitar from Neil Schon – and a plethora of hits, including classics such as Don’t Stop Believin', Who's Cryin' Now and Open Arms. Originally broadcast on TV

Who’s in it. Journey: Live at Budokan stars Steve Perry, Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain and Ross Valory.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Journey: Live at Budokan sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Journey: Live at Budokan page.

If you liked it. Fans of Journey: Live at Budokan tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Journey: Live at Budokan (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Journey: Live at Budokan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Journey: Live at Budokan worth watching?
Journey: Live at Budokan holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Journey: Live at Budokan?
Journey: Live at Budokan stars Steve Perry, Neal Schon, Jonathan Cain and Ross Valory.
When was Journey: Live at Budokan released?
Journey: Live at Budokan was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.