This Is Elvis
1981, English. Directed by Malcolm Leo & Andrew Solt.
This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own words.
Though several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life, this documentary is comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to him. This biographical docu-drama features rare footage of Elvis and dramatically recreated scenes from Elvis' life.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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This Is Elvis is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Malcolm LeoDirector
- Andrew SoltDirector
- Elvis PresleySelf (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Joe EspositoNarrator (voice)
- Linda ThompsonNarrator (voice)
- David ScottElvis - Age 18
- Paul Boensch IIIElvis - Age 10
- Dana MacKayElvis - Age 35
- Johnny HarraElvis - Age 42
- Lawrence KollerVernon Presley
- Rhonda LynPriscilla Presley
- Debbie EdgeGladys Presley
- Larry RaspberryDewey Phillips
- Furry LewisBluesman
Details
- Released
- 3 April 1981
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Malcolm Leo, Andrew Solt
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $2M
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This Is Elvis: quick answers
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How long is This Is Elvis?
This Is Elvis runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does This Is Elvis have a post-credits scene?
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This Is Elvis parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
This Is Elvis is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is This Is Elvis on?
This Is Elvis is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like This Is Elvis?
If you liked This Is Elvis, try Led Zeppelin: Celebration Day, Roger Waters: The Wall, Western Stars.
Who directed This Is Elvis?
This Is Elvis (1981) was directed by Malcolm Leo and Andrew Solt and stars Elvis Presley, Joe Esposito, Linda Thompson.