This Is Elvis (1981)

04/03/1981 (US) • 1h 42m

Drama, Music, Documentary

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.

Top Billed Cast

Elvis Presley

Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Joe Esposito

Narrator (voice)

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


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$5,000,000.00

Revenue

$2,028,612.00

Keywords

concert

rock 'n' roll

movie business

recording contract

biography

music business

live performance

rock concert

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