When You're Strange
"A film about The Doors"
Originally released in 2010. When You're Strange is a documentary/music film. directed by Tom DiCillo. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Johnny Depp, Jim Morrison, and John Densmore
Synopsis
The creative chemistry of four brilliant artists —drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Kreiger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and singer Jim Morrison— made The Doors one of America's most iconic and influential rock bands. Using footage shot between their formation in 1965 and Morrison's death in 1971, it follows the band from the corridors of UCLA's film school, where Manzarek and Morrison met, to the stages of sold-out arenas.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 9, 2010
15 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (221 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Johnny Depp
as Narrator (voice)
Jim Morrison
as Self (archive footage)
John Densmore
as Self (archive footage)
Ray Manzarek
as Self (archive footage)
Robby Krieger
as Self (archive footage)
Jim Ladd
as Self (voice)
John F. Kennedy
as Self (archive footage)
Martin Luther King Jr.
as Self (archive footage)
Lyndon B. Johnson
as Self (archive footage)
Ed Sullivan
as Self (archive footage)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Strange Pictures
- Wolf Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When You're Strange about?
The creative chemistry of four brilliant artists —drummer John Densmore, guitarist Robby Kreiger, keyboardist Ray Manzarek and singer Jim Morrison— made The Doors one of America's most iconic a...
Who directed When You're Strange?
When You're Strange was directed by Tom DiCillo.
How long is When You're Strange?
When You're Strange has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was When You're Strange released?
When You're Strange was released on April 9, 2010 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in When You're Strange?
The main cast of When You're Strange includes Johnny Depp, Jim Morrison, John Densmore, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger.
Is When You're Strange worth watching?
When You're Strange has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 221 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.