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title: "Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin"
year: 2019
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/nomad-in-the-footsteps-of-bruce-chatwin-2019"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 592710
imdb_id: "tt10011296"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 34
content_rating: "PG"
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# Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin (2019) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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Title: Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin
Year: 2019
Genre: British documentary film
Director: Werner Herzog (German)
Subject: Life of British travel writer Bruce Chatwin
Key People: Werner Herzog, Bruce Chatwin, Elizabeth Chatwin (widow), Nicholas Shakespeare (biographer), Karin Eberhard.
Plot/Content:
Chatwin was dying of AIDS.
Herzog was a friend and made a final visit.
Chatwin gave Herzog his rucksack as a parting gift.
Thirty years later, Herzog goes on his own journey inspired by Chatwin's passion for nomadic life.
The journey uncovers stories of lost tribes, wanderers, and dreamers.
Includes interviews with Elizabeth Chatwin and Nicholas Shakespeare.
Mentions Chatwin was the author of "In Patagonia".

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, OVID, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel | Hoopla, Fawesome, YOW.tv, Filmtap | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Werner Herzog
- **Networks / Studios**: BBC Studios, BBC Scotland

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Werner Herzog** as *Self - Interviewer and Narrator (voice)*
- **Bruce Chatwin** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Karin Eberhard** as *Self*
- **Nicholas Shakespeare** as *Self*
- **Elizabeth Chatwin** as *Self*
- **Petronella Vaarzon-Morel** as *Self*
- **Glenn Morrison** as *Self*
- **Michael Liddle Pula** as *Self*
- **Marcus Wheeler** as *Self*
- **Shaun Angeles Penange** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin online?
Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, OVID, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin worth watching?
Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 34 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin and when was it released?
Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 2019. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin?
Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin was directed by Werner Herzog.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/592710)
- [Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nomad:_In_the_Footsteps_of_Bruce_Chatwin)
- [Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin (2019)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/592710-nomad-in-the-footsteps-of-bruce-chatwin/cast)
- [Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin (2019) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10011296/)
- [Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin (2019) Cast & Crew](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/nomad-in-the-footsteps-of-bruce-chatwin/LwLSDNXvozS4HryJkAG3W/credits/)
- [Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin - Full Cast & Crew](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/nomad-in-the-footsteps-of-bruce-chatwin/cast/2030258321/)

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