Movie
The Sun's Gonna Shine
196910m6.9 / 10
A lyrical recreation of Lightnin’ Hopkins’ decision at age eight to stop chopping cotton and start singing for a living. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Checked Jul 22, 2026
The Sun's Gonna Shine opened in theaters January 2, 1969. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
A lyrical recreation of Lightnin’ Hopkins’ decision at age eight to stop chopping cotton and start singing for a living. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.
Available now in United States
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More about The Sun's Gonna Shine
Cast
Lightnin' HopkinsHimselfCredits
- Directed by
- Les Blank
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
Production
- Flower FilmsUnited States
Themes
short film