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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music (1991): Cast & Box Office

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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music is a 1991 music documentary directed by Rachel Liebling, starring Alison Krauss, Jimmy Martin and Earl Scruggs. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and earned $53,319 worldwide.

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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music (1991) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Rachel Liebling
Genres
Documentary , Music
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music About?

The premise of High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music without spoilers.

Fans and newcomers alike will enjoy this documentary tracing bluegrass—from its African and Celtic roots that shaped American country music—to its Appalachian origins and modern resurgence. Through oral histories and vivid visuals it chronicles the genre’s rise, decline and continual revivals, offering a captivating look for casual listeners.

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music Themes & Keywords

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  • f rated
  • country music
  • bluegrass
  • bluegrass music
  • narration
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Cast & crew

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music Cast & Characters

Alison Krauss leads the cast, with Jimmy Martin and Earl Scruggs. Directed by Rachel Liebling; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music

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Box office

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music Box Office

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music grossed $53,319 worldwide.

1991 box office

Worldwide gross

$53.3K

US & Canada
$53.3K

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High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music, each answered in a sentence.

How long is High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music?

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music released?

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music was released in 1991.

Who directed High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music?

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music was directed by Rachel Liebling.

Who is in the cast of High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music?

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music stars Alison Krauss, Jimmy Martin and Earl Scruggs, among 10 credited actors.

How much did High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music make at the box office?

High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music grossed $53,319 worldwide.

Does High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music have a post-credit scene?

No. High Lonesome: The Story of Bluegrass Music has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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