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title: "Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies"
year: 2001
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/schlock-the-secret-history-of-american-movies-2001"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 55242
imdb_id: "tt0286944"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 16
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies (2001) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/schlock-the-secret-history-of-american-movies-2001

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies is a documentary film released on April 2, 2001, with a runtime of one hour and twenty-nine minutes. Directed by Ray Greene, the documentary features appearances by Ray Greene, Roger Corman, David F. Friedman, and Maila Nurmi. The film explores legendary exploitation filmmakers from the golden days of drive-in movies, examining how these maverick independent creators went toe to toe with the big studios and came out on top, ultimately leaving a lasting effect on the broader movie landscape. While Hollywood is traditionally known as a town of tinsel and glamour, the feature turns its attention to this alternative side of the American film industry where independent exploitation movies were made.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | Fawesome | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ray Greene
- **Networks / Studios**: Protagonist

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Forrest J. Ackerman** as *Himself*
- **Peter Bogdanovich** as *Himself*
- **Roger Corman** as *Himself*
- **David F. Friedman** as *Himself*
- **Dick Miller** as *Himself*
- **Harry H. Novak** as *Himself*
- **Maila Nurmi** as *Herself*
- **Doris Wishman** as *Herself*
- **F. X. Feeney** as *Himself*
- **Samuel Z. Arkoff** as *Himself*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies online?
Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, Shout! Factory TV. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies worth watching?
Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 16 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies and when was it released?
Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 2001. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies?
Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies was directed by Ray Greene.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/55242)
- [Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies (2001) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0286944/)
- [Schlock! The Secret History of American Movies](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/55242-schlock-the-secret-history-of-american-movies)
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