Overview

This documentary examines the period of Deep Purple's career when Ian Gillan and Roger Glover left the band, but the group forged ahead by hiring David Coverdale. Included is a wealth of live footage from the mid and late seventies, as well as a detailed explanation of how the band finally sputtered to an end due to a drug overdose.

Cast

Ian Gillan, David Coverdale, Roger Glover, Ritchie Blackmore, Jon Lord, Ian Paice, Glenn Hughes, Tommy Bolin

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What is "Deep Purple: Phoenix Rising" about?

This documentary examines the period of Deep Purple's career when Ian Gillan and Roger Glover left the band, but the group forged ahead by hiring David Coverdale. Included is a wealth of live footage from the mid and late seventies, as well as a detailed explanation of how the band finally sputtered to an end due to a drug overdose.

When was "Deep Purple: Phoenix Rising" released?

Deep Purple: Phoenix Rising was released in 2011.

Who stars in "Deep Purple: Phoenix Rising"?

The cast includes Ian Gillan, David Coverdale, Roger Glover, Ritchie Blackmore.