Sound City (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2013, Sound City is a music and documentary film directed by Dave Grohl, running about 106 minutes. “That board. That room. That is Sound City.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The history of Sound City and their huge recording device; exploring how digital change has allowed 'people that have no place' in music to become stars. It follows former Nirvana drummer and Foo Fighter David Grohl as he attempts to resurrect the studio back to former glories.
Who’s in it. Sound City stars Dave Grohl as Self, Trent Reznor as Self, Tom Petty as Self and Mick Fleetwood as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Sound City has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sound City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sound City tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sound City (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sound City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sound City worth watching?
- Sound City holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sound City?
- Sound City stars Dave Grohl, Trent Reznor, Tom Petty, Mick Fleetwood and John Fogerty.
- When was Sound City released?
- Sound City was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.