The Buddy Holly Story
1978, English. Directed by Steve Rash.
His story will have you singing, laughing, crying, cheering, and stomping your feet
A chronicle of the rise and brief career of rock 'n' roll star Buddy Holly, who aspires to play music the way he wants it to sound. Holly and his band, the Crickets, are first invited to record in Nashville, where they encounter creative differences with the producing staff. Later they play a major booking at the Apollo Theater, scheduled there under the mistaken assumption that they're a black band. Holly's career eventually goes solo -- until the tragic day the music dies.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Steve RashDirector
- Gary BuseyBuddy Holly
- Don StroudJesse Charles
- Charles Martin SmithRay Bob Simmons
- Conrad JanisRoss Turner
- William JordanRiley
- Maria RichwineMaria Elena Holly
- Amy JohnstonCindy Lou
- Dick O'NeillSol Gittler
- Fred TravalenaMadman Mancuso
- Neva PattersonMrs. Holly
- Arch JohnsonMr. Holly
- John F. GoffT.J.
Details
- Released
- 18 May 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alan Swyer, Robert Gittler
- Budget
- $1.2M
- Box office
- $14M
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The Buddy Holly Story: quick answers
Is The Buddy Holly Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 138 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Buddy Holly Story?
The Buddy Holly Story runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does The Buddy Holly Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Buddy Holly Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Buddy Holly Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Buddy Holly Story is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Buddy Holly Story on?
The Buddy Holly Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Buddy Holly Story?
If you liked The Buddy Holly Story, try Elvis, La Bamba, Eddie and the Cruisers.
Who directed The Buddy Holly Story?
The Buddy Holly Story (1978) was directed by Steve Rash and stars Gary Busey, Don Stroud, Charles Martin Smith.