---
title: "This Is Elvis"
year: 1981
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/this-is-elvis-1981"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 109264
imdb_id: "tt0083193"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 36
content_rating: "PG"
---

# This Is Elvis (1981) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/this-is-elvis-1981

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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

## 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 | YouTube Free | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Malcolm Leo, Andrew Solt
- **Networks / Studios**: Warner Bros. Pictures, David L. Wolper Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Elvis Presley** as *Self (archive footage) (uncredited)*
- **Joe Esposito** as *Narrator (voice)*
- **Linda Thompson** as *Narrator (voice)*
- **David Scott** as *Elvis - Age 18*
- **Paul Boensch III** as *Elvis - Age 10*
- **Dana MacKay** as *Elvis - Age 35*
- **Johnny Harra** as *Elvis - Age 42*
- **Lawrence Koller** as *Vernon Presley*
- **Rhonda Lyn** as *Priscilla Presley*
- **Debbie Edge** as *Gladys Presley*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch This Is Elvis online?
This Is Elvis is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: 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.

### Q: 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.

### Q: Who directed This Is Elvis?
This Is Elvis was directed by Malcolm Leo, Andrew Solt.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [This Is Elvis — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/109264)
- [This Is Elvis (1981) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/109264-this-is-elvis/cast)
- [This Is Elvis (1981) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0083193/)
- [This Is Elvis (1981) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/this-is-elvis/credits)

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