Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll (1987)

Name: Chuck Berry: Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 1987
Duration: 120 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Chuck Berry, Keith Richards, Ingrid Berry, Eric Clapton, Robert Cray

2h United States of America

Documentary Music

Plot

In 1986, St. Louis celebrates Chuck Berry's 60th birthday with a star-studded concert led by Keith Richards, featuring a talented band that includes Robert Cray, Joey Spampinato, Eric Clapton, and Berry's longtime collaborator, Johnnie Johnson. Joined by iconic performers like Etta James and Linda Ronstadt, Berry delivers electrifying renditions of his classic hits. The film showcases his multifaceted talents while revealing insights from legends such as Bo Diddley, Little Richard, and Bruce Springsteen through candid interviews. Rare rehearsal footage and a memorable duet with John Lennon further enrich this tribute to the rock 'n' roll pioneer.

Cast

Chuck Berry Keith Richards Ingrid Berry Eric Clapton Robert Cray Bo Diddley Don Everly Phil Everly Etta James Johnnie Johnson Steve Jordan Bobby Keys Chuck Leavell Julian Lennon Little Richard