Storyline

This program traces Hank Williams' incredible life story through rare film clips, and revealing interviews with his friends and fellow performers such as Roy Acuff, Minnie Pearl and Chet Atkins. Included are performances of many of Hank's greatest songs by today's top country music recording artists who also tell how Hank Williams inspired their career.

Key Information

Director Jim Brown
Studio The Country Music Foundation
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Hank Williams

Hank Williams

Self (Archive Footage)

Hank Williams, Jr.

Self

Randy Travis

Randy Travis

Self

Dwight Yoakam

Dwight Yoakam

Self

Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson

Self

Ricky Skaggs

Ricky Skaggs

Self

Kris Kristofferson

Kris Kristofferson

Self

Chet Atkins

Chet Atkins

Self

Billy Swan

Billy Swan

Self

Waylon Jennings

Waylon Jennings

Self

Frequently Asked Questions

In the Hank Williams Tradition was released on January 1, 1989.

The runtime of In the Hank Williams Tradition is 1h 2m.

In the Hank Williams Tradition is a Documentary, Music movie.

In the Hank Williams Tradition is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

In the Hank Williams Tradition was directed by Jim Brown.

The main cast of In the Hank Williams Tradition includes Hank Williams, Hank Williams, Jr., Randy Travis.

In the Hank Williams Tradition is originally in English.