Taking Woodstock (2009) movie poster

Taking Woodstock

2009 · 120 min · Director: Ang Lee

Taking Woodstock (2009) is a music drama, directed by Ang Lee. It stars Demetri Martin and Imelda Staunton. It brings a real-life story to the screen. The 120-minute film holds an audience score of 6.2/10.

What Taking Woodstock Is About

The story of Elliot Tiber and his family, who inadvertently played a pivotal role in making the famed Woodstock Music and Arts Festival into the happening that it was. When Elliot hears that a neighboring town has pulled the permit on a hippie music festival, he calls the producers thinking he could drum up some much-needed business for his parents' run-down motel. Three weeks later, half a million people are on their way to his neighbor’s farm in White Lake, New York, and Elliot finds himself swept up in a generation-defining experience that would change his life–and American culture–forever.

How did this film move you?

Trailer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taking Woodstock about?

The story of Elliot Tiber and his family, who inadvertently played a pivotal role in making the famed Woodstock Music and Arts Festival into the happening that it was. When Elliot hears that a neighboring town has pulled the permit on a hippie music festival, he calls the producers thinking he could drum up some much-needed business for his parents' run-down motel.

Where can I watch Taking Woodstock?

Taking Woodstock is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Taking Woodstock?

Taking Woodstock runs for 120 minutes (2h).

When did Taking Woodstock come out?

Taking Woodstock was released in 2009.

Who directed Taking Woodstock?

Taking Woodstock was directed by Ang Lee.

Who stars in Taking Woodstock?

Taking Woodstock stars Demetri Martin, Imelda Staunton, Henry Goodman, Jonathan Groff.

What is Taking Woodstock's rating?

Taking Woodstock holds 6.7/10 on IMDb and 6.2/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 65 out of 100.

Reviews of This Film

No reviews yet for this film.

Featured in These Lists

Dramas Based on a Book Biographical Dramas

Member Reviews (0)

Loading…

From the Same Director

Films Similar to Taking Woodstock

Sunday Drama Once a week: an editor’s pick + 3 similar gems. No spam.