
Jimi Hendrix
1973 · Movie · R · 98 min · ★ 7.8 · 80% critics
This documentary looks back at the short life and lasting influence of a groundbreaking rock guitarist, tracing a rapid rise from overseas fame to a powerful return home. Through interviews with people who knew the artist and electrifying concert footage from major festivals, it captures the energy, impact, and legend left behind.
Also known as A Film About Jimi Hendrix
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Details
- Years
- 1973
- Release date
- 1973-06-14
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
- Runtime
- 98 min
- Critic score
- 80/100
- TMDB rating
- 7.8/10 (27 votes)
About
If you enjoy music documentaries built around real performances and firsthand interviews, this is a strong pick, especially if you liked Monterey Pop or Dont Look Back; Not for you if you want a deep, modern-style biography.
Pros: iconic live performances; insightful interviews; strong music history | Cons: limited personal depth; uneven pacing; dated presentation
Themes
- jimi hendrix
Cast & crew
- AA
Arthur Allen
as Self
- AA
Albert Allen
as Self
- EB
Eric Barrett
as Self
- SB
Stella Benabon
as Self
- PC
Paul Caruso
as Self

Dick Cavett
as Self (archive footage)

Eric Clapton
as Self

Billy Cox
as Self
- FC
Frankie Crocker
as Self
- MD
Monika Dannemann
as Self