This Is Elvis

This Is Elvis (1981)

03/04/1981
Drama, Music, Documentary
1h 42m

This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own words.

Overview

Though several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life, this documentary is comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to him. This biographical docu-drama features rare footage of Elvis and dramatically recreated scenes from Elvis' life.

  • Malcolm LeoDirector, Writer
  • Andrew SoltDirector, Writer
  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    English

  • Budget

    $5,000,000

  • Revenue

    $2,028,612

Keywords

  • concert
  • rock 'n' roll
  • movie business
  • recording contract
  • biography
  • music business
  • live performance
  • rock concert

Top Billed Cast

Elvis Presley

Elvis Presley

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Joe Esposito

Joe Esposito

Narrator (voice)

Linda Thompson

Linda Thompson

Narrator (voice)

David Scott

Elvis - Age 18

Paul Boensch III

Elvis - Age 10

Dana MacKay

Elvis - Age 35

Johnny Harra

Elvis - Age 42

Lawrence Koller

Vernon Presley

Rhonda Lyn

Priscilla Presley

Debbie Edge

Gladys Presley

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