Movie

In Search of Beethoven

“The one film you need to see on Beethoven.”

★ 6.2(6)20092h 19m

In Search of Beethoven is streaming on Magellan TV and Xive TV Documentaries Amazon Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

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Director: Phil Grabsky
Release date: 2009-04-17
Runtime: 2h 19m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Seventh Art Productions

About In Search of Beethoven

In Search of Beethoven is a 2009 movie in the Documentary and Music genres, directed by Phil Grabsky, starring Leif Ove Andsnes, Emanuel Ax and Kristian Bezuidenhout. It has a runtime of 2 hours 19 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch In Search of Beethoven in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In Search of Beethoven offers a comprehensive documentary about the life and works of the great composer. Over 65 performances by the world's finest musicians were recorded and 100 interviews conducted in the making of this beautifully crafted film. Eleven interviews are included in the Extras and Six complete movements.

Cast

Leif Ove Andsnes

Self

Emanuel Ax

Self

Kristian Bezuidenhout

Self

Giovanni Bietti

Self

Jonathan Biss

Self

Ronald Brautigam

Self

Riccardo Chailly

Self

Barry Cooper

Self

Jonathan Del Mar

Self

Albert Dohmen

Self

Cliff Eisen

Self

Alban Gerhardt

Self

Themes & keywords

composerclassical musicpianistludwig van beethoven

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch In Search of Beethoven in United States?+

In United States, you can stream In Search of Beethoven on Magellan TV and Xive TV Documentaries Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Is In Search of Beethoven on Netflix?+

In Search of Beethoven is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Magellan TV and Xive TV Documentaries Amazon Channel.

How long is In Search of Beethoven?+

In Search of Beethoven has a runtime of 2 hours 19 minutes (139 minutes).

Who stars in In Search of Beethoven?+

In Search of Beethoven stars Leif Ove Andsnes, Emanuel Ax, Kristian Bezuidenhout, Giovanni Bietti and Jonathan Biss.

When did In Search of Beethoven come out?+

In Search of Beethoven is a 2009 movie directed by Phil Grabsky.

What genre is In Search of Beethoven?+

In Search of Beethoven is Documentary and Music film.

Who directed In Search of Beethoven?+

In Search of Beethoven was directed by Phil Grabsky.