Yardbirds (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film
Released in 1992, Yardbirds is a music and documentary film, running about 52 minutes. “The Yardbirds: Where the Guitar Gods Played” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. With Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page as successive lead guitarists, The Yardbirds were one of rock's greatest bands. Kicking into high gear in 1964 behind Eric Clapton's blistering lead guitar, the led the British blues revival, becoming the prototype for late-'60s psychedelia. When Clapton left, soon joining John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Jeff Beck stepped in. Then Jimmy Page joined, and he and Beck shared lead guitar in what was potentially the best rock band in the world. When Beck departed in 1966 (forming the Jeff Beck Group the following year), Page took the band into a heavier, more experimental direction that eventually became the genesis of Led Zeppelin. In this definitive documentary, the band performs all their classic tracks, and the members recall the explosive beginning of rock's second wave--when they were the most blues-wailing band in the land.
Who’s in it. Yardbirds stars Jeff Beck as Himself, Eric Clapton as Himself, Jimmy Page as Himself and Peter Grant as Himself, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yardbirds page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yardbirds tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yardbirds (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yardbirds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Yardbirds?
- Yardbirds stars Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Peter Grant and Paul Samwell-Smith.
- When was Yardbirds released?
- Yardbirds was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.