Janis(1974)
The way she was.
Janis Synopsis
Released just a few years after her death, this forms a picture of who Janis was through interviews and performance clips.
Janis (1974) is a documentary and music film directed by Howard Alk, released on October 18, 1974 with a runtime of 1h 36m. It stars Janis Joplin, Richard Bell, Sam Andrew and John Simon. Viewers rate it 7.6 out of 10 across 15 ratings.
- Director:
- Howard Alk
- Writers:
- Howard Alk, Seaton Findlay
- Production:
- Crawley Films, Universal Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Janis Cast & Crew
Main cast
Janis Joplin
as Herself
- Richard Bell
Richard Bell
as Himself
- Sam Andrew
Sam Andrew
- John Simon
John Simon
Dick Cavett
Key crew
Directed by Howard Alk, written by Howard Alk and Seaton Findlay.
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Janis Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.6/10 from 15 ratings.
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Janis – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Janis online?
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Janis (1974) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Janis?
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The main cast of Janis (1974) includes Janis Joplin, Richard Bell, Sam Andrew, John Simon and Dick Cavett. The film was directed by Howard Alk. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Janis released?
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Janis was released on October 18, 1974 and runs for 1h 36m.
Is Janis worth watching?
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Janis (1974) holds an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 from 15 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.