

Nas: Time Is Illmatic
“The journey. The music. The legacy.”
Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions that influenced its creation.
Where to watch Nas: Time Is Illmatic in United States
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Where is Nas: Time Is Illmatic streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Fuse+ Amazon Channel, Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Hoopla, Tubi TV | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Foxtel Now, DocPlay, Stingray Amazon Channel, DocPlay Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
About Nas: Time Is Illmatic
Nas: Time Is Illmatic is a 2014 English-language documentary and music film directed by One9. The cast is led by Nas, Alicia Keys, Busta Rhymes. It has a runtime of 1h 14m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Fuse+ Amazon Channel, Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel, Kanopy.
Nas: Time Is Illmatic was produced by Illa Films and Tribeca Film and made in United States of America. It was released on April 4, 2014.
- Director
- One9
- Writers
- Erik Parker
- Release date
- April 4, 2014
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Illa Films, Tribeca Film
Nas: Time Is Illmatic cast & crew
Nas: Time Is Illmatic was directed by One9 and written by Erik Parker.
The cast features Nas as Self, Alicia Keys as Self, Busta Rhymes as Self, Q-Tip as Self, Pete Rock as Self, and Fab 5 Freddy as Self.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Brian Satz, cinematography is by Frank Larson, and it was produced by Tuma Basa and Ann Bennett.
Is Nas: Time Is Illmatic worth watching?
Nas: Time Is Illmatic holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 73 ratings, a solidly received documentary films.
At 1h 14m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy documentary and music, Nas: Time Is Illmatic is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Nas: Time Is Illmatic
In United States, you can stream Nas: Time Is Illmatic on Fuse+ Amazon Channel, Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Nas: Time Is Illmatic

Nas
Self

Alicia Keys
Self

Busta Rhymes
Self

Q-Tip
Self
Pete Rock
Self

Fab 5 Freddy
Self
M.C. Serch
Self

Marley Marl
Self

Pharrell Williams
Self

Cornel West
Self

Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Self
Nas: Time Is Illmatic — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Nas: Time Is Illmatic in United States?
Nas: Time Is Illmatic is streaming on Fuse+ Amazon Channel, Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla in United States.
▸Is Nas: Time Is Illmatic on Fuse+ Amazon Channel?
Yes — Nas: Time Is Illmatic is currently available on Fuse+ Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Nas: Time Is Illmatic in?
Nas: Time Is Illmatic is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Nas: Time Is Illmatic?
Nas: Time Is Illmatic runs 1 hours 14 minutes (74 minutes).
▸What is Nas: Time Is Illmatic rated?
It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 73 ratings.











