# Where to watch The Land Where the Blues Began (1979) in the UK

> The Land Where the Blues Began (1979) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 17 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1979  
**Runtime:** 58 minutes  
**Genres:** Documentary, Music  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 17 May 2026 (2026-05-17T14:27:27.151Z)  

## Synopsis

An exploration of the musical and social origins of the blues, shot on location in Mississippi in 1978 by Alan Lomax, John Bishop, and Worth Long in association with the Mississippi Authority for Educational Television and broadcast on PBS in 1980. This re-release in 2009 includes two hours of additional music.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

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## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I watch The Land Where the Blues Began in the UK?**

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**Is The Land Where the Blues Began on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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