Movie

Nelson Algren Live

20161h 17m

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Good to know

Director: Oscar Bucher
Release date: 2016-06-04
Runtime: 1h 17m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Steppenwolf Theatre Chicago

About Nelson Algren Live

Nelson Algren Live is a 2016 movie in the Drama, Documentary and TV Movie genres, directed by Oscar Bucher, starring Willem Dafoe, Russell Banks and Don DeLillo. It has a runtime of 1 hour 17 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Nelson Algren Live in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A performance of some of Nelson Algren's greatest and least known works, performed live at the Steppenwolf theatre in Algren's hometown, Chicago.

Cast

Willem Dafoe

Role1 / Frankie Machine / Role2 / Blackie Cavanaugh

Russell Banks

Narrator

Don DeLillo

Max

Barry Gifford

Nelson Algren

Kathy Scambiatterra

Rose

Randall Newsome

Doc

Martha Lavey

Simone de Beauvoir

Rick Kogan

Studs Terkel

Dan Simon

Shag Donohue

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Nelson Algren Live in Canada?+

Nelson Algren Live is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Nelson Algren Live on Netflix?+

Nelson Algren Live is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Nelson Algren Live?+

Nelson Algren Live has a runtime of 1 hour 17 minutes (77 minutes).

Who stars in Nelson Algren Live?+

Nelson Algren Live stars Willem Dafoe, Russell Banks, Don DeLillo, Barry Gifford and Kathy Scambiatterra.

When did Nelson Algren Live come out?+

Nelson Algren Live is a 2016 movie directed by Oscar Bucher.

What genre is Nelson Algren Live?+

Nelson Algren Live is Drama, Documentary and TV Movie film.

Who directed Nelson Algren Live?+

Nelson Algren Live was directed by Oscar Bucher.