Movie

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession

★ 7.1(41)20042h 1m

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Good to know

Director: Xan Cassavetes
Release date: 2004-05-16
Runtime: 2h 1m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Maja Films

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession — trailer

About Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession is a 2004 movie in the History and Documentary genres, directed by Xan Cassavetes, starring Quentin Tarantino, Robert Altman and Jim Jarmusch. It has a runtime of 2 hours 1 minute. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 41 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession in Norway — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A documentary on the Z Channel, one of the first pay cable stations in the US, and its programming chief, Jerry Harvey. Debuting in 1974, the LA-based channel's eclectic slate of movies became a prime example of the untapped power of cable television.

Cast

Quentin Tarantino

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Robert Altman

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Jim Jarmusch

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Paul Verhoeven

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Alexander Payne

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James Woods

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Henry Jaglom

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Jacqueline Bisset

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Kris Kristofferson

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Theresa Russell

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Vilmos Zsigmond

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Penelope Spheeris

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Themes & keywords

interviewbiographyeccentricmemorylos angeles, californiaretrospectivewoman directortelevision historytelevision networkobscurecable tv

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession in Norway?+

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Norway. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession on Netflix?+

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession is not on Netflix in Norway right now.

How long is Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession?+

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession has a runtime of 2 hours 1 minute (121 minutes).

Who stars in Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession?+

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession stars Quentin Tarantino, Robert Altman, Jim Jarmusch, Paul Verhoeven and Alexander Payne.

When did Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession come out?+

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession is a 2004 movie directed by Xan Cassavetes.

What genre is Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession?+

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession is History and Documentary film.

Who directed Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession?+

Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession was directed by Xan Cassavetes.