

This Is Elvis
This is the sound he created and performed. The rare personal films never before seen by the public. The private moments. The public triumphs. Intimate memories and reflections in his own words.
Drama
Music
Documentary
Overview
Though several actors portray Elvis Presley at different stages of his life, this documentary is comprised mostly of actual performance footage and interviews with Elvis, his fans and those close to him. This biographical docu-drama features rare footage of Elvis and dramatically recreated scenes from Elvis' life.
Status:
Released
Release Date:
1981-04-03
Runtime:
1h 50m
Director:
Malcolm Leo
Writer:
Malcolm Leo, Andrew Solt
Top Cast

Elvis Presley
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Joe Esposito
Narrator (voice)

Linda Thompson
Narrator (voice)

David Scott
Elvis - Age 18

Paul Boensch III
Elvis - Age 10

Dana MacKay
Elvis - Age 35

Johnny Harra
Elvis - Age 42

Lawrence Koller
Vernon Presley

Rhonda Lyn
Priscilla Presley

Debbie Edge
Gladys Presley

Larry Raspberry
Dewey Phillips

Furry Lewis
Bluesman
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