The Saddest Music in the World
2003, English. Directed by Guy Maddin.
"If you're sad, and like beer, I'm your lady."
In Depression-era Winnipeg, a legless beer baroness hosts a contest for the saddest music in the world, offering a grand prize of $25,000.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Saddest Music in the World
The Saddest Music in the World is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.
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Cast & crew
- Guy MaddinDirector
- Isabella RosselliniLady Helen Port-Huntley
- Mark McKinneyChester Kent
- Maria de MedeirosNarcissa
- David FoxFyodor Kent
- Ross McMillanRoderick Kent / Gravillo the Great
- Louis NeginBlind Seer
- Darcy FehrTeddy
- Claude DorgeDuncan Elksworth
- Talia PuraMary
- Adriana O'NeilAgnes
- Jeff SuttonYoung Chester
- Graeme ValentinYoung Roderick
Details
- Released
- 17 September 2003
- Country
- Canada
- Written by
- Kazuo Ishiguro, George Toles, Guy Maddin
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The Saddest Music in the World: quick answers
Is The Saddest Music in the World worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Saddest Music in the World?
The Saddest Music in the World runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Saddest Music in the World have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Saddest Music in the World. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Saddest Music in the World parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Saddest Music in the World is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Saddest Music in the World on?
The Saddest Music in the World is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Saddest Music in the World?
If you liked The Saddest Music in the World, try Metal Lords, Krush Groove, Beats.
Who directed The Saddest Music in the World?
The Saddest Music in the World (2003) was directed by Guy Maddin and stars Isabella Rossellini, Mark McKinney, Maria de Medeiros.