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What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA
“Their historic 1st trip to the USA in 1964!”
7.5 / 10• 1964• 1h 10m•NR• English
DocumentaryMusic
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
George Harrison
Self - The Beatles Member
Lead
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
Mt
Murray the K
Self - Radio DJ
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Albert Maysles's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. What's Happening! The Beatles in the USA is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
