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A Concert: Behind Prison Walls (1978): Cast

A Concert: Behind Prison Walls (1978) movie poster

A Concert: Behind Prison Walls is a 1978 music film directed by Dick Carson, starring Johnny Cash, Linda Ronstadt and Roy Clark. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.

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A Concert: Behind Prison Walls (1978) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Dick Carson
Genre
Music
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Concert: Behind Prison Walls About?

The premise of A Concert: Behind Prison Walls without spoilers.

The film captures Johnny Cash’s 1976 concert for inmates at Tennessee State Penitentiary in Nashville, one of only two prison shows he filmed for broadcast. Joined by Linda Ronstadt and Roy Clark, Cash delivers his signature hits—“Folsom Prison Blues,” “Boy Named Sue,” “Sunday Morning Coming Down,” and others. The performance aired nationally, and this collector’s edition includes rare live renditions of his classics.

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Cast & crew

A Concert: Behind Prison Walls Cast

Johnny Cash leads the cast, with Linda Ronstadt and Roy Clark. Directed by Dick Carson; 4 actors are credited in all.

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A Concert: Behind Prison Walls Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Johnny Cash - Behind Prison Walls” and “Johnny Cash — A Concert Behind Prison Walls”.

Also known as
  • Johnny Cash - Behind Prison Walls
  • Johnny Cash — A Concert Behind Prison Walls
  • Johnny Cash: A Concert Behind Prison Walls

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A Concert: Behind Prison Walls FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Concert: Behind Prison Walls, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Concert: Behind Prison Walls?

A Concert: Behind Prison Walls runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was A Concert: Behind Prison Walls released?

A Concert: Behind Prison Walls was released on February 25, 1978.

Who directed A Concert: Behind Prison Walls?

A Concert: Behind Prison Walls was directed by Dick Carson.

Who is in the cast of A Concert: Behind Prison Walls?

A Concert: Behind Prison Walls stars Johnny Cash, Linda Ronstadt and Roy Clark, among 4 credited actors.

Does A Concert: Behind Prison Walls have a post-credit scene?

No. A Concert: Behind Prison Walls has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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