Velvet Goldmine
“Leave your expectations at the door”
Almost a decade since larger-than-life glam-rock enigma Brian Slade disappeared from public eye, an investigative journalist is on assignment to uncover the truth behind his former idol.
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Where is Velvet Goldmine streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Amazon Video |
| Canada | Hollywood Suite, Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | — | Amazon Video, MagentaTV, Videoload |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | Filmin | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| South Korea | TVING | Google Play Movies |
About Velvet Goldmine
Velvet Goldmine is a 1998 English-language drama and music film directed by Todd Haynes. The cast is led by Ewan McGregor, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Toni Collette. It has a runtime of 2h 3m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Velvet Goldmine was produced by Zenith Entertainment, Killer Films, and Single Cell Pictures and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on August 28, 1998, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $9 million, it went on to gross $4 million worldwide.
- Director
- Todd Haynes
- Writers
- Todd Haynes, James Lyons
- Release date
- August 28, 1998
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Budget
- $9 million
- Box office
- $4 million
- Production
- Zenith Entertainment, Killer Films, Single Cell Pictures
Velvet Goldmine cast & crew
Velvet Goldmine was directed by Todd Haynes and written by Todd Haynes and James Lyons.
The cast features Ewan McGregor as Curt Wild, Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Brian Slade, Toni Collette as Mandy Slade, Christian Bale as Arthur Stuart, Suzy Eddie Izzard as Jerry Devine, and Emily Woof as Shannon.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Carter Burwell, cinematography is by Maryse Alberti, and it was produced by Christine Vachon and Michael Stipe.
Is Velvet Goldmine worth watching?
Velvet Goldmine holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 544 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 2h 3m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and music, Velvet Goldmine is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Velvet Goldmine
Velvet Goldmine isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Velvet Goldmine
Ewan McGregor
Curt Wild
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Brian Slade
Toni Collette
Mandy Slade
Christian Bale
Arthur Stuart
Suzy Eddie Izzard
Jerry Devine
Emily Woof
Shannon
Michael Feast
Cecil
Janet McTeer
Female Narrator (voice)
Mairead McKinley
Wilde Housemaid
Luke Morgan Oliver
Oscar Wilde (8)
Osheen Jones
Jack Fairy (7)
Micko Westmoreland
Jack Fairy
Velvet Goldmine — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Velvet Goldmine in United States?
Velvet Goldmine is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Velvet Goldmine in?
Velvet Goldmine is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Velvet Goldmine?
Velvet Goldmine runs 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).
▸What is Velvet Goldmine rated?
Velvet Goldmine is rated R. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 544 ratings.
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