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Everybody Digs Bill Evans

Synopsis

June 1961, NYC: legendary jazz pianist Bill Evans has found his musical voice and created the perfect trio, including bass player Scott LaFaro, said to be his soulmate through music. A residency at New York’s Village Vanguard culminates in the live taping of two of the greatest jazz records of all time in one night. Ten days later, LaFaro dies in a car crash. Numb with grief, Evans stops playing.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Vienna International Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Grant Gee
Screenplay & Story
Owen Martell, Mark O'Halloran
Original Score
Roger Goula
Original Title
Everybody Digs Bill Evans
Country of Origin
Ireland, United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 42m
Production Studios
Hot Property Films, Cowtown Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Grant Gee

Screenplay & Story

Owen Martell, Mark O'Halloran

Original Score & Music

Roger Goula

Film Editing

Adam Biskupski

Producers

Janine Marmot, Alan Maher, Albert Berger, Ron Yerxa, Greg Martin

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Owen Martell

Department Leadership Roster

Grant Gee

Director

Janine Marmot

Producer

Alan Maher

Producer

Adam Biskupski

Editor

Ellen Kirk

Ellen Kirk

Production Design

Mark O'Halloran

Mark O'Halloran

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Everybody Digs Bill Evans.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Everybody Digs Bill Evans

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Everybody Digs Bill Evans about?

June 1961, NYC: legendary jazz pianist Bill Evans has found his musical voice and created the perfect trio, including bass player Scott LaFaro, said to be his soulmate through music. A residency at New York’s Village Vanguard culminates in the live taping of two of the greatest jazz records of all time in one night. Ten days later, LaFaro dies in a car crash. Numb with grief, Evans stops playing.

Who directed Everybody Digs Bill Evans?

Everybody Digs Bill Evans was directed by Grant Gee.

Who stars in Everybody Digs Bill Evans?

The principal cast of Everybody Digs Bill Evans includes Anders Danielsen Lie, Bill Pullman, Laurie Metcalf, Isabelle Harriet, Barry Ward.

When was Everybody Digs Bill Evans released and how long is it?

Everybody Digs Bill Evans was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.

Who composed the musical score for Everybody Digs Bill Evans?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Everybody Digs Bill Evans was composed by Roger Goula.

Is Everybody Digs Bill Evans based on a book or true story?

Everybody Digs Bill Evans is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Owen Martell".