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Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story

★ 5.6(8)19991h 31m

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Good to know

Director: Andy Wolk
Release date: 1999-10-31
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Von Zerneck Sertner Films

About Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story

Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story is a 1999 movie in the Drama, Music and TV Movie genres, directed by Andy Wolk, starring Mädchen Amick, Judd Nelson and David Gianopoulos. It has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.6/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story in United Arab Emirates — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

This is the story of Alan Freed. He was working as a DJ in Cleveland, Ohio, and he discovered how amazing R&B or Rhytym & Blues is, however, the music is considered to be "BLACK" music. So, most radio stations won't play it. However, Freed believed that it's the next wave, so he fights to have it played on the air. Eventually, he went into the big time - New York, and he decided to dub this music "ROCK & ROLL". Despite his success, he still had a lot of opposition and made deals with the wrong people, which would lead to his downfall.

Cast

Mädchen Amick

Jackie McCoy

Judd Nelson

Alan Freed

David Gianopoulos

Morris Levy

Daniel Kash

Hooke

Leon

Jackie Wilson

Paula Abdul

Denise Walton

James C. Victor

Jerry Lee Lewis

Walter Franks

Little Richard

LeRoy D. Brazile

Frankie Lymon

Michael Daingerfield

Bill Haley

Fulvio Cecere

Pete Bell

Mark Wilson

Leo Mintz

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story in United Arab Emirates?+

Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Arab Emirates. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story on Netflix?+

Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story is not on Netflix in United Arab Emirates right now.

How long is Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story?+

Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Who stars in Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story?+

Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story stars Mädchen Amick, Judd Nelson, David Gianopoulos, Daniel Kash and Leon.

When did Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story come out?+

Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story is a 1999 movie directed by Andy Wolk.

What genre is Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story?+

Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story is Drama, Music and TV Movie film.

Who directed Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story?+

Mr. Rock n Roll: The Alan Freed Story was directed by Andy Wolk.