Join more than 5 million users

using PlayPilot to find the best movies and shows on all streaming services!

Promo

Ratings

Profile photo for
Your rating:
IMDb rating Visit page
IMDb rating 7.6
Critic rating Average critic rating
Critic rating 8

Reviews

Add a review
Critic Anna Smith
rated 8

...a fascinating examination of America’s media and record industry in this timely film from Oscar-winning director Barbara Kopple with Cecilia Peck

Read full review at Empire

Cast & Crew

Barbara Kopple
Director
Cecilia Peck
Director
George W. Bush
As himself (archive footage)
Rick Rubin
As himself
Natalie Maines
As herself
Martie Maguire
As herself
Emily Erwin
As herself

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing about? Toggle content

"Shut Up and Sing" is a documentary that follows the story of the Dixie Chicks, a country band from Texas,s who faced a firestorm of anger and criticism after lead singer Natalie Maines made a comment against President George W. Bush during a concert in London in 2003. The film explores the band's decision to speak out against the Iraq War and the subsequent backlash they faced, including death threats and a boycott of their music. It also shows the impact the controversy had on their personal lives and their struggle to balance their convictions with the pressure to "shut up and sing." Through interviews with the band members and footage of their performances,the film Provides an intimate look at the challenges of being an artist with a message in a society that doesn't always want to hear it.

Where can I stream Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing? Toggle content

You can stream Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing on:

What movies are similar to Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing? Toggle content
When was Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing released in theaters? Toggle content

Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing was released in theaters on October 27, 2006.