Metal: A Headbanger's Journey (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 2005, Metal: A Headbanger's Journey is a drama, music and documentary film directed by Sam Dunn, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. The film discusses the traits and originators of some of metal's many subgenres, including the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, power metal, Nu metal, glam metal, thrash metal, black metal, and death metal. Dunn uses a family-tree-type flowchart to document some of the most popular metal subgenres. The film also explores various aspects of heavy metal culture.
Who’s in it. Metal: A Headbanger's Journey stars Sam Dunn as Self, Chris Adler as Self, Tom Araya as Self and Gavin Baddeley as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Metal: A Headbanger's Journey 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 Metal: A Headbanger's Journey page.
If you liked it. Fans of Metal: A Headbanger's Journey tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Metal: A Headbanger's Journey (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Metal: A Headbanger's Journey change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Metal: A Headbanger's Journey worth watching?
- Metal: A Headbanger's Journey holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, music and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Metal: A Headbanger's Journey?
- Metal: A Headbanger's Journey stars Sam Dunn, Chris Adler, Tom Araya, Gavin Baddeley and Blasphemer.
- When was Metal: A Headbanger's Journey released?
- Metal: A Headbanger's Journey was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.