Muddy Waters

Muddy Waters Trailers

They All Came Out to Montreux TrailerThe Quiet One TrailerThe Devil's Share Trailer

McKinley Morganfield, known professionally as Muddy Waters, (April 4, 1915 – April 30, 1983) was an American blues singer-songwriter and musician who was an important figure in the post-war blues scene, and is often cited as the "father of modern Chicago blues." His style of playing has been described as "raining down Delta beatitude."

Most Popular Muddy Waters Trailers

Total trailers found: 36

Eric Clapton and His Rolling Hotel Trailer (1978)

01 January 1978

Eric Clapton and his band toured Europe by train in 1978, and a documentary called "Eric Clapton and his Rolling Hotel" was filmed, but never released.

Born In Chicago Trailer (2013)

13 March 2013

"Born In Chicago" is a soulful documentary film that chronicles a uniquely musical passing of the torch.

Soundstage Blues Summit In Chicago: Muddy Waters And Friends Trailer (1974)

12 November 1974

In July 1974, a group of Chicago based blues artists who had already achieved legendary status gathered together with some of their younger "blues brethren" from all over the country to pay tribute to the man most responsible for bringing blues from the Mississippi Delta upriver to Chicago, Muddy Waters.

The American Folk Blues Festival: The British Tours 1963-1966 Trailer (2007)

08 May 2007

In 1962, a group of legendary American blues musicians embarked on a series of tours to the United Kingdom.

Antone's: Home of the Blues Trailer (2004)

19 January 2004

Documentary film about the legendary blues club in Austin, Texas. The film is filled with historical and dynamic blues performances from the earliest days of the club in the 1970s.

Bluesland: A Portrait in American Music Trailer (1993)

02 November 1993

Blues as a genre shaped the sound of jazz in the early 20th century and directly led to the creation of rock 'n' roll in the '50s.

The Devil's Share Trailer (2018)

16 February 2018

Quebec, on the cusp of the 1960s. The province is on the brink of momentous change. Deftly selecting clips from nearly 200 films from the National Film Board of Canada archives, director Luc Bourdon reinterprets the historical record, offering us a new and distinctive perspective on the Quiet Revolution.

The Last Waltz Trailer (1978)

26 April 1978

Martin Scorsese's documentary intertwines footage from The Band's incredible farewell tour with probing backstage interviews and featured performances by Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Van Morrison, and other rock legends.

The Howlin' Wolf Story: The Secret History of Rock & Roll Trailer (2003)

04 November 2003

Arguably second only to Muddy Waters among the Mississippi Delta singers who traveled north and pioneered urban electric blues (their supposed rivalry is the subject of one of this DVD's bonus features), Wolf was a big, imposing man with an inimitable, booming voice and a lasting influence on generations of rock & rollers--all of which comes across in the 90-minute film.

Feel Like Going Home Trailer (2003)

28 September 2003

Martin Scorsese traces the roots of the blues from the Mississippi Delta back to West Africa, journeying from the juke joints of Mississippi to the banks of the Niger River in Mali.

Muddy Waters Blues Band: Live At Rockpalast - Westfalenhalle Dortmund (Germany) - December 10 1978 Trailer (1978)

10 December 1978

At Westfallenhalle Dortmund on December 10, 1978 for the Rockpalast recording, Muddy Waters mighty vocals and his splendid charisma on stage fascinated the audience.

Piano Blues Trailer (2003)

04 October 2003

Director — and piano player — Clint Eastwood explores his life-long passion for piano blues, using a treasure trove of rare historical footage in addition to interviews and performances by such living legends as Pinetop Perkins and Jay McShann, as well as Dave Brubeck and Marcia Ball.

Gunsmoke Blues Trailer (2004)

24 August 2004

One weekend in November, 1971, bluesfreak, Link Wyler and his buddies from the Gunsmoke TV crew, gave in to temptation.

Muddy Waters Live in Concert 1976 Trailer (2014)

04 June 2014

Muddy Waters fans will welcome this live show of excellent performances, recorded in 1976 for television in Europe.

Muddy Waters Rhythm & Blues Band Festival Concert Dortmund Trailer (1976)

29 October 1976

Chicago Blues Trailer (1972)

01 January 1972

Harley Cokeliss's Chicago Blues filmed in 1972 was a remarkable film; remarkable in that it was not just a competent documentary but a film crafted with care by professionals with a love and understanding of music and a respect for its history and artists.

Johnny Winter: Live Trailer (2003)

20 October 2003

1. It's My Life Baby 2. Rock And Roll Hoochie Koo 3. Stranger 4. Sweet Papa John 5. Life Is Hard 6.

Muddy Waters - Journeyman Blues - Live Trailer (1971)

01 January 1971

I Hear The Blues Trailer (1963)

18 December 1963

UK TV Movie of blues performances from many of the greats.

The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1969, Vol. 3 Trailer (2004)

31 August 2004

Taken from the European tours organised for American blues musicians between 1962 and 1969, this release features performances by several popular blues artists, including: Big Mama Thornton, Roosevelt Sykes, Buddy Guy, Dr.

Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin' Trailer (2013)

04 November 2013

An account of the short life of genius musician Jimi Hendrix (1942-70), probably the most talented and influential guitarist of the twentieth century: his humble beginnings in Seattle, his time in New York, his rise to fame in swinging London… Live fast, love hard, die young.

Muddy Waters and The Rolling Stones: Live at the Checkerboard Lounge Trailer (1981)

22 November 1981

On November 22, 1981, in the middle of their mammoth American tour, the Rolling Stones arrived in Chicago prior to playing 3 nights at the Rosemont Horizon.

Muddy Waters - Got My Mojo Working - Rare Performances 1968-1978 Trailer (1999)

04 July 1999

Muddy Waters peforms in various taped clips during his later years as an elder statesman of the Chicago Blues.

They All Came Out to Montreux Trailer (2023)

16 June 2023

Utilizing a wealth of archival footage featuring Prince, Aretha Franklin, Miles Davis and more, They All Came Out to Montreux is an affectionate story about how Claude Nobs turned his Swiss town into the home for one of the world’s biggest jazz festivals.

The Blues Greats Trailer (2004)

07 March 2004

With Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, and Memphis Slim leading the way, this group of veteran bluesman show us why their music had such a major impact on the rock n' roll bands of the 60's and 70's, including The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.

The Quiet One Trailer (2019)

21 June 2019

Featuring never-before-seen home movies and photographs, musician Bill Wyman opens up his vast personal archives to share stories and memories of his three-decade stint as bassist of the Rolling Stones.

Blues Masters Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

In 1966, CBC Television invited some of North America's greatest blues performers to gather in a studio in Toronto, recording together and individually in sessions that lasted three days.

The American Folk Blues Festival 1962-1966, Vol. 1 Trailer (2003)

01 January 2003

Taken from the European tours organised for American blues musicians between 1962 and 1969, this release features performances by several popular blues artists, including: T-Bone Walker, John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, etc.

Rock-a-Bye Trailer (1973)

01 January 1973

The rock music scene of the early 1970s--the Rolling Stones, the Stampeders, Whiskey Howl, Alice Cooper--they're all here! Along with classic footage from concerts and recording sessions, Rock-A-Bye looks behind the scenes at record companies and radio studios.

American Folk-Blues Festival: The Blues and Gospel Train Trailer (1964)

19 August 1964

A 16 minute short comprising 2 acts of a 1964 event where an innovative group of musicians performed on a real railroad track.

Muddy Waters Classic Concerts Trailer (2006)

23 May 2006

Godfathers and Sons Trailer (2003)

02 October 2003

Director Marc Levin travels to Chicago with hip-hop legend Chuck D (from Public Enemy) and Marshall Chess (son of Leonard Chess and heir to the legacy of Chess Records) to explore the heyday of the Chicago blues and how they come together to produce an album that seeks to bring veteran blues players along with contemporary hip hop musicians.

Muddy Waters: Can't Be Satisfied Trailer (2003)

04 February 2003

Filmmaker Robert Gordon captures the life of fascinating blues artist Muddy Waters. Credited with inventing the electric blues, Waters left an indelible mark on both his contemporaries and the generations of musicians that followed him.

Muddy Waters: Messin' With The Blues Trailer (2004)

17 January 2004

A legendary concert featuring some of the most well known blues songs of all time. Recorded live at the Montreux Jazz Festival! Switzerland in 1974.

See You in Hell, Blind Boy Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

A travelogue through the Mississippi delta searching for the heart and the spirit of the blues.

Muddy Waters at Newport Trailer (1960)

03 July 1960

A hugely groundbreaking and influential live recording, that set the tone for generations of Blues artist afterwards.