Gimme Shelter

1h 32m · 1970 · Directed by Albert Maysles, David Maysles · 4.0 / 5 on Letterboxd

Gimme Shelter (1970) runs 1h 32m, directed by Albert Maysles, David Maysles. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

A detailed chronicle of the famous 1969 tour of the United States by the British rock band The Rolling Stones, which culminated with the disastrous and tragic concert held on December 6 at the Altamont Speedway Free Festival, an event of historical significance, as it marked the end of an era: the generation of peace and love suddenly became the generation of disillusionment.

Genres: Documentary, Music

Where to watch: HBO Max (US, checked 9 July 2026)