Hype!(1996)
Hype! Synopsis
This documentary examines the Seattle scene as it became the focus of a merging of punk rock, heavy metal, and innovation. Building from the grass roots, self-promoted and self-recorded until break-out success of bands like Nirvana brought the record industry to the Pacific Northwest, a phenomenon was born.
Hype! (1996) is a documentary and music film directed by Doug Pray, released on November 8, 1996 with a runtime of 1h 24m. It stars Jeff Ament, Mark Arm, Kurt Cobain and Chris Cornell. Viewers rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 59 ratings.
- Director:
- Doug Pray
- Writers:
- Brian Levy
- Producers:
- Steven Helvey
- Cinematographer:
- Robert Bennett
- Production:
- Helvey-Pray Production
- Status:
- Released
Hype! Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jeff Ament
as Self
Mark Arm
as Self
Kurt Cobain
as Self (archive footage)
Chris Cornell
as Self
Dale Crover
Dave Grohl
Krist Novoselic
Valerie M. Agnew
Eddie Vedder
as Self
Kim Thayil
Thomas A. Doyle
- Carrie Akre
Carrie Akre
Key crew
Directed by Doug Pray, written by Brian Levy, produced by Steven Helvey.
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Hype! Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.4/10 from 59 ratings.
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Hype! – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Hype! online?
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Hype! (1996) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Night Flight Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Hype!?
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The main cast of Hype! (1996) includes Jeff Ament, Mark Arm, Kurt Cobain, Chris Cornell and Dale Crover. The film was directed by Doug Pray. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Hype! released?
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Hype! was released on November 8, 1996 and runs for 1h 24m.
Is Hype! worth watching?
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Hype! (1996) holds an average rating of 7.4 out of 10 from 59 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.