Welcome to Death Row
"It Started in Compton. It Ended in Infamy."
Originally released in 2001. Welcome to Death Row is a documentary/music film. directed by S. Leigh Savidge.
Starring Suge Knight, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg
Synopsis
The record label Death Row Records has, since its creation in 1993, been synonymous with the American hip-hop climate. Formed by ex-bodyguard Suge Knight, the label has released seminal rap albums from luminaries including Dr. Dre, Snoop Doggy Dogg, and the famous hip-hop martyr Tupac Shakur. WELCOME TO DEATH ROW is a fascinating, well-researched documentary which explores the history of this intriguing and incredibly significant company.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 25, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (11 votes)
Budget
$2.5M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Suge Knight
as Self - CEO, Death Row Records (archive footage)
Dr. Dre
as Self - Former Death Row Artist / Producer (archive footage)
Snoop Dogg
as Self - Former Death Row Artist
Tupac Shakur
as Self (archive footage)
Nate Dogg
Alonzo Williams
Lydia Harris
as Self
Michael Harris
as Self (voice)
Jewell
as Self - Rap Artist
Miller London
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,500,000
Production Companies
- Xenon Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welcome to Death Row about?
The record label Death Row Records has, since its creation in 1993, been synonymous with the American hip-hop climate. Formed by ex-bodyguard Suge Knight, the label has released seminal rap albums ...
Who directed Welcome to Death Row?
Welcome to Death Row was directed by S. Leigh Savidge.
How long is Welcome to Death Row?
Welcome to Death Row has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was Welcome to Death Row released?
Welcome to Death Row was released on September 25, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Welcome to Death Row?
The main cast of Welcome to Death Row includes Suge Knight, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Tupac Shakur, Nate Dogg.