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Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl

20211h 0m

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Good to know

Director: Richard Shaw
Release date: 2021-11-27
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: English
Status: Released

About Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl

Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl is a 2021 movie in the Documentary and Music genres, directed by Richard Shaw, starring Ewan MacColl, Peggy Seeger and Billy Bragg. It has a runtime of 1 hour 0 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Born James Henry Miller in 1915, MacColl became prominent on the folk scene in the 1950s and was also a labour activist and actor. This affectionate documentary offers insights into all these aspects of his life and features new versions of some of his songs, including The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face. Contributors include Billy Bragg and his widow, Peggy Seeger.

Cast

Ewan MacColl

Self (archive footage)

Peggy Seeger

Self

Billy Bragg

Self

Christopher Eccleston

Self

Sophie Parkes

Self

Calum MacColl

Self

Barbara Dickson

Self

Martin Purdy

Self

David Toft

Self

Murray Melvin

Self

Nicola Kearey

Self

Ian Carter

Self

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl in Germany?+

Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Germany. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl on Netflix?+

Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl is not on Netflix in Germany right now.

How long is Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl?+

Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl has a runtime of 1 hour 0 minutes (60 minutes).

Who stars in Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl?+

Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl stars Ewan MacColl, Peggy Seeger, Billy Bragg, Christopher Eccleston and Sophie Parkes.

When did Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl come out?+

Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl is a 2021 movie directed by Richard Shaw.

What genre is Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl?+

Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl is Documentary and Music film.

Who directed Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl?+

Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl was directed by Richard Shaw.