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Festival Express

7.220031h 30mMovieDocumentaryHistoryMusic

The filmed account of a large Canadian rock festival train tour boasting major acts. In the summer of 1970, a chartered train crossed Canada carrying some of the world's greatest rock bands. The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin, The Band,…

DirectorsFrank Cvitanovich·Bob Smeaton

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Cast · Directed by Frank Cvitanovich

RDRick Danko
Rick Danko
Self - The Band
LHLevon Helm
Levon Helm
Self - The Band
GHGarth Hudson
Garth Hudson
Self - The Band
RMRichard Manuel
Richard Manuel
Self - The Band
RRRobbie Robertson
Robbie Robertson
Self - The Band
JJJanis Joplin
Janis Joplin
Self
JB
Jon Bauman
Self
RB
Richard Bell
Self
JGJerry Garcia
Jerry Garcia
Self
DB
Delaney Bramlett
Self
BB
Bonnie Bramlett
Self
MHMickey Hart
Mickey Hart
Self

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Festival Express — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Festival Express?

Festival Express is streaming on Qello Concerts by Stingray, Pluto TV and Plex in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Festival Express on Netflix?

No, Festival Express is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Qello Concerts by Stingray and Pluto TV.

Is Festival Express on Amazon Prime Video?

Festival Express isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Festival Express for free?

Festival Express is available to stream free (with ads) on Pluto TV and Plex in United States.