On the Road with Duke Ellington movie poster

On the Road with Duke Ellington

December 31, 1974 0h 57m

Originally released in 1974. On the Road with Duke Ellington is a documentary film. directed by Robert Drew. At just 57 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Duke Ellington, Russell Procope, and Cootie Williams

Synopsis

Documentary portrait of the legendary jazz bandleader. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 2000.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 31, 1974 51 years ago
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Runtime 0h 57m 57 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Drew Associates

Frequently Asked Questions

What is On the Road with Duke Ellington about?

Documentary portrait of the legendary jazz bandleader. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 2000.

Who directed On the Road with Duke Ellington?

On the Road with Duke Ellington was directed by Robert Drew.

How long is On the Road with Duke Ellington?

On the Road with Duke Ellington has a runtime of 0 hours and 57 minutes (57 minutes total).

When was On the Road with Duke Ellington released?

On the Road with Duke Ellington was released on December 31, 1974 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in On the Road with Duke Ellington?

The main cast of On the Road with Duke Ellington includes Duke Ellington, Russell Procope, Cootie Williams, Louis Armstrong, Mercer Ellington.