Cast: Kirk Hammett

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Kirk Hammett. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


Rush: The Documentary

2010 · Documentary · 107 min. · Canada

Direction Sam Dunn · Scot McFadyen · Mike Munn

Cast Geddy Lee · Neil Peart · Alex Lifeson · Jack Black

Synopsis Rush: The Documentary (2010) delves deeply into the journey of the iconic Canadian rock band Rush, tracing their musical transformation from the progressive rock era of the 1970s to their more recent heavy rock sound. The film explores the band's...

7.8

342 votes

7.8

342 votes

Direction Matthew Longfellow

Cast Kirk Hammett · James Hetfield · Michael Kamen · Jason Newsted

Synopsis Classic Albums: Metallica - The Black Album (2001) delves into the creation of this iconic record through exclusive interviews, archival footage, and live performances. Key figures, including producer Bob Rock and band members James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich, Kirk Hammett, and...

7.3

209 votes

7.3

209 votes

Murder in the Front Row

2019 · Documentary · 92 min. · United States

Direction Adam Dubin

Cast Tom Araya · Paul Baloff · Charlie Benante · Cliff Burton

Synopsis Murder in the Front Row (2019) delves into the vibrant and rebellious world of the Bay Area metal scene during the early 1980s. This documentary explores how a tight-knit group of passionate metalheads rejected the mainstream hard rock and glam...

6.7

22 votes

6.7

22 votes

Metallica: Masters of Metal

2015 · Documentary · 66 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Billy Simpson

Cast Metallica · Kirk Hammett · James Hetfield · Jason Newsted

Synopsis Metallica: Masters of Metal (2015) delves into the extraordinary journey of one of the most iconic and influential heavy metal bands in history. Alongside peers like Slayer, Anthrax, and Megadeth, they form the legendary "big four." With over 100 million...

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Metallica: Dark Souls

2003 · Documentary · 65 min. · United Kingdom

Direction Simon Bisset

Cast Metallica · Kirk Hammett · James Hetfield · Lars Ulrich

Synopsis Metallica: Dark Souls (2003) delves into the unauthorized narrative of Metallica, presenting a mix of interviews and exclusive film footage. The documentary explores the band's enduring influence in the metal genre, highlighting their ability to innovate and challenge conventions. Since...

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The History of Metal and Horror

2021 · Documentary · 154 min. · United States

Direction Mike Schiff

Cast Michael Berryman · Alex Rafala · Sarah French · Joe Knetter

Synopsis The History of Metal and Horror (2021) delves into the intertwined evolution of heavy metal music and horror, tracing how these two intense genres have blended over the decades. Featuring insights from prominent metal musicians, the documentary uncovers their initial...

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Turn It Around: The Story of East Bay Punk

2017 · Documentary · 155 min. · United States

Direction Corbett Redford

Cast Billie Joe Armstrong · Iggy Pop · Miranda July · Silas Howard

Synopsis Turn It Around: The Story of East Bay Punk (2017) delves into the vibrant punk music scene of the California Bay Area, chronicling over three decades of its evolution. The film zeroes in on the pivotal role played by Berkeley's...

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Metallica: This Monster Lives (S)

2014 · Documentary · 25 min. · United States

Direction Joe Berlinger

Cast Metallica · James Hetfield · Lars Ulrich · Kirk Hammett

Synopsis Metallica: This Monster Lives (S) (2014) delves into the enduring impact of the band's seminal documentary, "Some Kind of Monster," a decade after its release. The film explores how this introspective look into Metallica's personal and professional struggles has shaped...

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Direction Scott Crawford

Cast Jeff Ament · Alice Cooper · Cameron Crowe · Kirk Hammett

Synopsis Creem: America's Only Rock 'n' Roll Magazine (2019) delves into the chaotic transformation of the 1970s, a decade when rock music was undergoing a significant reinvention. The documentary traces the origins of CREEM Magazine in the aftermath of the Detroit...

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