With a narrative running deeper than a catchy tune and cryptic verses, “American Pie” is a musical phenomenon woven deep into the history of American culture, entertaining audiences around the world for over 50 years. This documentary tells the stories of the people who were a part of this moment from the beginning, shows the point of view of a new generation of artists who are motivated by the same values and ideas that inspired the song’s creation, and highlights cultural moments in America’s history that are as relevant now as they were in 1971, when the song was released.
Don McLean
as Self
Garth Brooks
as Self
Peter Gallagher
as Self
'Weird Al' Yankovic
as Self
Harvey Mason Jr.
as Self
Jade Bird
as Self
Jencarlos Canela
as Self
Maffio
as Self
Brian Wilson
as Self (archive footage)
Buddy Holly
as Self (archive footage)
Ritchie Valens
as Self (archive footage)
The Big Bopper
as Self (archive footage)
