Elvis Presley: The Searcher

Elvis Presley: The Searcher

Elvis was a searcher.

TV-PG 2018 · 1 season · 2 eps · ★ 7.5 · Documentary

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The story of Elvis Presley the musical artist, a comprehensive creative journey from his childhood through the final 1976 Jungle Room recording sessions.

Directed by Thom Zimny · Written by Alan Light

Network: HBO

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