Nelson Sullivan (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film
Released in 1989, Nelson Sullivan is a documentary film directed by Nelson Sullivan, running about 156 minutes.
What it’s about. Nelson Sullivan, a videographer in Manhattan circa 1983 to 1989, documented a large chunk of the final six years of his life, capturing his days and nights with drag queens and other NYC outcasts of the time. His style takes on a "home movie quality" that captures a lost - and now romanticized - American era in all of its mundane glory.
Who’s in it. Nelson Sullivan stars Nelson Sullivan, RuPaul, Andy Warhol and Holly Woodlawn, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nelson Sullivan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nelson Sullivan tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nelson Sullivan (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nelson Sullivan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Nelson Sullivan?
- Nelson Sullivan stars Nelson Sullivan, RuPaul, Andy Warhol, Holly Woodlawn and Sylvia Miles.
- When was Nelson Sullivan released?
- Nelson Sullivan was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 156 minutes.