What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA
“Their historic 1st trip to the USA in 1964!”
Synopsis
New York, USA, February 1964. Five grueling days in the life of George, John, Paul and Ringo, the Fab Four, The Beatles: the hysterical fan reception at JFK airport; several press conferences; in their rooms at the Plaza Hotel; in the backstage at the Ed Sullivan Show; hanging out with the legendary DJ Murray the K; and the frantic return home.
Top Cast
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George Harrison
Self - The Beatles Member
John Lennon
Self - The Beatles Member
Paul McCartney
Self - The Beatles Member
Ringo Starr
Self - The Beatles Member
Brian Epstein
Self - The Beatles Manager
Mal Evans
Self - The Beatles Road Manager
Cynthia Lennon
Self - John's Wife
Murray the K
Self - Radio DJ
Ed Sullivan
Self - TV Host
Release History & Theatrical Window
Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Albert Maysles, David Maysles
- Original Title
- What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Maysles Films, Granada Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Albert Maysles, David Maysles
Albert Maysles
Daniel Williams, Kate Glidden, Howard Milkin
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Williams
Editor
Albert Maysles
Director of Photography
Albert Maysles
Director
David Maysles
Director
Kate Glidden
Editor
Howard Milkin
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA.
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What is What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA about?
New York, USA, February 1964. Five grueling days in the life of George, John, Paul and Ringo, the Fab Four, The Beatles: the hysterical fan reception at JFK airport; several press conferences; in their rooms at the Plaza Hotel; in the backstage at the Ed Sullivan Show; hanging out with the legendary DJ Murray the K; and the frantic return home.
Who directed What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA?
What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA was directed by Albert Maysles, David Maysles.
Who stars in What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA?
The principal cast of What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA includes George Harrison, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Brian Epstein.
When was What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA released and how long is it?
What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.