Movie

Janis: Little Girl Blue

★ 7.3(164)20151h 46m

Janis: Little Girl Blue is streaming on DocPlay, Beamafilm and DocPlay Amazon Channel in New Zealand, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Beamafilm and Amazon Video. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Amy J. Berg
Release date: 2015-09-09
Runtime: 1h 46m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Jigsaw Productions

Janis: Little Girl Blue — trailer

About Janis: Little Girl Blue

Janis: Little Girl Blue is a 2015 movie in the Documentary and Music genres, directed by Amy J. Berg, starring Janis Joplin, Cat Power and D. A. Pennebaker. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 164 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Janis: Little Girl Blue in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Janis Joplin is one of the most respected and iconic rock & roll singers of all time, a tragic and misunderstood figure who captivated millions of listeners and blazed new creative trails before her death in 1970 at age 27. Director Amy Berg explored Joplin's story in depth. A portrait of a complicated, driven and often beleaguered artist. Joplin's own words recount a series of letters she wrote to her family over the years. Janis was a vessel of energy when she sang. Her rapid rise and untimely death changed music forever.

Cast

Janis Joplin

Herself (archive footage)

Cat Power

Narrator (voice)

D. A. Pennebaker

Himself

Dick Cavett

Himself

Peter Albin

Himself

Karleen Bennett

Herself - Janis Joplin's childhood friend

Laura Joplin

Herself - Janis Joplin's sister

Michael Joplin

Himself - Janis Joplin's brother

Themes & keywords

biographywoodstock, new yorkrock concertwoman directorrecording sessionheroin withdrawl

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Janis: Little Girl Blue in New Zealand?+

In New Zealand, you can stream Janis: Little Girl Blue on DocPlay, Beamafilm and DocPlay Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Beamafilm and Amazon Video.

Is Janis: Little Girl Blue on Netflix?+

Janis: Little Girl Blue is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now, but you can stream it on DocPlay, Beamafilm and DocPlay Amazon Channel.

How long is Janis: Little Girl Blue?+

Janis: Little Girl Blue has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in Janis: Little Girl Blue?+

Janis: Little Girl Blue stars Janis Joplin, Cat Power, D. A. Pennebaker, Dick Cavett and Peter Albin.

When did Janis: Little Girl Blue come out?+

Janis: Little Girl Blue is a 2015 movie directed by Amy J. Berg.

What genre is Janis: Little Girl Blue?+

Janis: Little Girl Blue is Documentary and Music film.

Who directed Janis: Little Girl Blue?+

Janis: Little Girl Blue was directed by Amy J. Berg.