This Is Elvis 1981
“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.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Director
- Malcolm Leo, Andrew Solt
- Networks
- Warner Bros. Pictures, David L. Wolper Productions
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is This Is Elvis?
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist. Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "This Is Elvis" (1981).
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1981
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 3, 1981
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures, David L. Wolper Productions
- Budget
- $5,000,000
- Revenue
- $2,028,612
- Genres
- Drama, Music, Documentary
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 36 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~102 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Warner Bros. Pictures, David L. Wolper Productions
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Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "This Is Elvis" (1981).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.).
No markdown (no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: This Is Elvis
Year: 1981
Release Date: 04/03/1981 (US)
Genres: Drama, Music, Documentary, Biographical docu-drama
Runtime: 1h 42m
Rating: PG
Directors: Malcolm Leo, Andrew Solt
Cast/People: Elvis Presley, David Scott, Paul Boensch III, Johnny Harra
Content:
Chronicles the life and career of Elvis Presley.
Comprised mostly of actual performance footage, interviews with Elvis, his fans, and those close to him.
Features rare footage, personal films, home movies, and concert footage.
Includes dramatically recreated scenes/dramatizations.
Several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life.
Draft 1: This Is Elvis is a 19
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of drama and music that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch This Is Elvis online?
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Is This Is Elvis worth watching?
This Is Elvis holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 36 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Music for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie This Is Elvis and when was it released?
This Is Elvis is a feature film with a runtime of 102 minutes. It was released in 1981. Release status: Released.
Who directed This Is Elvis?
This Is Elvis was directed by Malcolm Leo, Andrew Solt.
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