This Is Elvis (1981) – The Movie

Celebrate the life, music, and legacy of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll.
This Is Elvis is a groundbreaking 1981 documentary that chronicles the incredible journey of Elvis Presley — from his humble beginnings in Tupelo, Mississippi, to his meteoric rise as a cultural icon, and his later years as the world’s most electrifying live performer.

Directed by Andrew Solt and Malcolm Leo, this unique film combines archival concert footage, rare home movies, dramatic reenactments, and voice-over narration by Ral Donner (mimicking Elvis’ voice) to create an intimate and revealing portrait of the man behind the legend.

Highlights

• Chronicles Elvis’ life from early Sun Records days to his final years

• Features rare home movies, Ed Sullivan Show performances, Army service, marriage to Priscilla Presley, 1968 Comeback Special, and legendary Las Vegas shows

• Includes coverage of his health struggles and tragic passing in 1977

• Originally screened out of competition at the 1981 Cannes Film Festival

• A must-see for Elvis fans and rock ’n’ roll historians

Key Features

• Presented in 1080p High Definition for superior picture quality

• Combines archival footage, performances, and dramatizations

• Fan-preservation edition on BD-R discs – ideal for collectors and Elvis enthusiasts

• A definitive documentary on the King’s life and career

Disclaimer

This is a fan-preservation Blu-ray edition created for collectors.
Playback requires a standard Blu-ray player that supports BD-R discs.
Compatibility with gaming consoles or certain older players may vary.