Appalachian Spring (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1958, Appalachian Spring is a music and documentary film directed by Peter Glushanok, running about 32 minutes.
What it’s about. A filmed version of Aaron Copland's most famous ballet, with its original star, who also choreographed.
Who’s in it. Appalachian Spring stars Miriam Cole as Worshipper, Martha Graham as The Wife, Stuart Hodes as The Husband and Helen McGehee as Worshipper, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Appalachian Spring has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Appalachian Spring page.
If you liked it. Fans of Appalachian Spring tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Appalachian Spring (1958)?
- In US, Appalachian Spring is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Appalachian Spring worth watching?
- Appalachian Spring holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Appalachian Spring?
- Appalachian Spring stars Miriam Cole, Martha Graham, Stuart Hodes, Helen McGehee and Bertram Ross.
- When was Appalachian Spring released?
- Appalachian Spring was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 32 minutes.