High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music
1992, English. Directed by Rachel Liebling.
Longtime fans of bluegrass music and those only recently discovering it will appreciate this documentary on the genre, which was born of a combination of African and Celtic sounds and is the base of American country music. This film traces the musical form from its Appalachian roots to the present. The rise, fall, and consistent revival of bluegrass chronicled through oral history and visual record, resulting in a priceless film that even casual fans are sure to enjoy.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music is streaming on Night Flight Plus and FlixFling in India.
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- Released
- 1 April 1992
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Rachel Liebling
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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music: quick answers
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How long is High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music?
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music on?
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music is streaming on Night Flight Plus and FlixFling in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music?
If you liked High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music, try Oasis: Don't Look Back in Anger, End of the Century: The Story of the Ramones, Neil Young: Heart of Gold.
Who directed High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music?
High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music (1992) was directed by Rachel Liebling and stars Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt, Mac Wiseman.