The Velvet Underground
Experience the iconic rock band's legacy in the first major documentary to tell their story. Directed with the era’s avant-garde spirit by Todd Haynes, this kaleidoscopic oral history combines exclusive interviews with dazzling archival footage.
Where to watch The Velvet Underground in United States
Apple TV
Apple TV Amazon Channel
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open The Velvet Underground there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Velvet Underground streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| India | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store |
| United Kingdom | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |
| Germany | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store |
| France | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Canal VOD, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Brazil | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Japan | Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store |
About The Velvet Underground
The Velvet Underground is a 2021 English-language documentary and music film directed by Todd Haynes. The cast is led by Lou Reed, John Cale, Sterling Morrison. It has a runtime of 2h 1m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel.
The Velvet Underground was produced by Motto Pictures, Polygram Entertainment, and Verve Label Group and made in United States of America. It was released on October 15, 2021, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Todd Haynes
- Writers
- Todd Haynes
- Release date
- October 15, 2021
- OTT release
- October 14, 2021
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Motto Pictures, Polygram Entertainment, Verve Label Group
The Velvet Underground cast & crew
The Velvet Underground was directed by Todd Haynes and written by Todd Haynes.
The cast features Lou Reed as Self (archive footage), John Cale as Self, Sterling Morrison as Self (archive footage), Maureen Tucker as Self, Jonas Mekas as Self, and Jonathan Richman as Self.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Edward Lachman and it was produced by John Sloss and Carolyn Hepburn.
Is The Velvet Underground worth watching?
The Velvet Underground holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 117 ratings, a solidly received documentary films.
At 2h 1m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy documentary and music, The Velvet Underground is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Velvet Underground
In United States, you can stream The Velvet Underground on Apple TV and Apple TV Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
It first became available to stream digitally on October 14, 2021.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of The Velvet Underground
Lou Reed
Self (archive footage)
John Cale
Self
Sterling Morrison
Self (archive footage)
Maureen Tucker
Self
Jonas Mekas
Self
Jonathan Richman
Self
John Waters
Self
Nico
Self (archive footage)
David Bowie
Self (voice)
Doug Yule
Self (archive footage)
Danny Fields
Self
La Monte Young
Self
The Velvet Underground — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Velvet Underground in United States?
The Velvet Underground is streaming on Apple TV, Apple TV Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is The Velvet Underground on Apple TV?
Yes — The Velvet Underground is currently available on Apple TV in United States.
▸What language is The Velvet Underground in?
The Velvet Underground is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Velvet Underground?
The Velvet Underground runs 2 hours 1 minutes (121 minutes).
▸What is The Velvet Underground rated?
The Velvet Underground is rated R. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 117 ratings.
▸When did The Velvet Underground release on OTT?
The Velvet Underground became available digitally on October 14, 2021.
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