The Buddy Holly Story (1978)
The Buddy Holly Story is a 1978 drama movie directed by Steve Rash, with a running time of 1h 54m. It stars Gary Busey, Don Stroud and Charles Martin Smith.
A chronicle of the rise and brief career of rock 'n' roll star Buddy Holly, who aspires to play music the way he wants it to sound. Holly and his band, the Crickets, are first invited to record in Nashville, where they encounter creative differences with the producing staff. Later they play a major booking at the Apollo Theater, scheduled there under the mistaken assumption that they're a black band. Holly's career eventually goes solo -- until the tragic day the music dies.
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What is The Buddy Holly Story about?
A chronicle of the rise and brief career of rock 'n' roll star Buddy Holly, who aspires to play music the way he wants it to sound. Holly and his band, the Crickets, are first invited to record in Nashville, where they encounter creative differences with the producing staff. Later they play a major booking at the Apollo Theater, scheduled there under the mistaken assumption that they're a black band. Holly's career eventually goes solo -- until the tragic day the music dies.
When was The Buddy Holly Story released?
The Buddy Holly Story was released on 18 May 1978.
How long is The Buddy Holly Story?
The Buddy Holly Story runs 1h 54m.
Who made The Buddy Holly Story?
The Buddy Holly Story was directed by Steve Rash.
Where can I watch The Buddy Holly Story?
The Buddy Holly Story is available on The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Google Play Movies.
Where to watch The Buddy Holly Story
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Cast
- Gary Busey as Buddy Holly
- Don Stroud as Jesse Charles
- Charles Martin Smith as Ray Bob Simmons
- Conrad Janis as Ross Turner
- William Jordan as Riley
- Maria Richwine as Maria Elena Holly
- Amy Johnston as Cindy Lou
- Dick O'Neill as Sol Gittler
- Fred Travalena as Madman Mancuso
- Neva Patterson as Mrs. Holly
- Arch Johnson as Mr. Holly
- John F. Goff as T.J.