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Do You Believe in Magic: The Music of John Sebastian & The Lovin' Spoonful
8.0 / 10• 2007• 1h 5m•NR• English
DocumentaryMusic
Storyline
Pop sensations the Lovin' Spoonful perform their biggest hits in this collection of television appearances from the 1960s and '70s. Lead singer and songwriter John Sebastian discusses the band, their music and their legacy. Songs include "Summer in the City," "She's Still a Mystery," "Nashville Cats," the hit theme to the sitcom "Welcome Back, Kotter," "Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind?" and "Do You Believe in Magic?"
Cast & Crew
John Sebastian
Self
Lead
Zal Yanovsky
Self (archive footage)
Joe Butler
Self (archive footage)
Steve Boone
Self (archive footage)
Denny Doherty
Self
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Gregory Hall's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Do You Believe in Magic: The Music of John Sebastian & The Lovin' Spoonful is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
