Set the Night on Fire: The Story of Ewan MacColl

Release Date: 2021-11-27

Overview: Born James Henry Miller in 1915, MacColl became prominent on the folk scene in the 1950s and was also a labour activist and actor. This affectionate documentary offers insights into all these aspects of his life and features new versions of some of his songs, including The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face. Contributors include Billy Bragg and his widow, Peggy Seeger.

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Cast

Ewan MacColl

as Self (archive footage)

Peggy Seeger

as Self

Billy Bragg

as Self

Christopher Eccleston

as Self

Sophie Parkes

as Self