
John Denver: Country Roads Live in England
Seen it?1986 | 122 min | Music, Documentary
Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- One for people who'll be humming afterwards and people who love a true story told well. The music is woven into the story, not just laid on top. Fans of Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me or One Direction: This Is Us should feel right at home.
- The mood
- Eye-opening.
- The pace
- Well paced for a documentary, at 2 hr 2 min.
- What might put you off
- Skip it if you want made-up drama tonight.
Fans continue to treasure the songs and performances of John Denver, one of the most popular recording artists of the 20th century. Before his death in 1997, Denver toured the world, landing in Birmingham, England, for the 1986 concert captured here. The sunny country star provides heartfelt renditions of many of his biggest hits, including "Take Me Home, Country Roads" and "Sunshine on My Shoulders."
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
Awards data unavailable, so this isn't counted
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
- John DenverSelf - Lead Vocals, Guitar
- James BurtonSelf - Lead Guitar
- Glen D. HardinSelf - Piano
- Jerry CarriganSelf - Drums
- Jim HornSelf - Flute, Saxophone
- Jerry ScheffSelf - Bass