The Best of the Blues Brothers

Writer Tom Davis hosts a Blues Brothers retrospective that tells the whole truth about the legendary band's early days and righteous ways. The Blues Brothers were an unforgettable part of Saturday Night Live's golden era, making their musical debut in bee costumes singing "I'm a King Bee," and becoming an overnight sensation. Switching to hats and shades inspired by John Lee Hooker, they combined classic Chicago Blues with Stax-Volt R&B to create a sound all their own. Their first album, Briefcase Full of Blues, went double-platinum and led quickly to their hit movie and milestone soundtrack album. The rest is history, and it's all here in a music-filled, memory-blasting account of a band that will always be on a mission from God.

Full Cast of The Best of the Blues Brothers

Dan Aykroyd as Elwood Blues / Himself

Dan Aykroyd

Elwood Blues / Himself

Daniel Edward "Dan" Aykroyd, CM (born July 1, 1952) is a Canadian comedian, actor, screenwriter, musician, winemaker...

Paul Shaffer as Himself (archive footage)

Paul Shaffer

Himself (archive footage)

Paul Shaffer is a Canadian musician, composer, vocalist, and band leader, among the highlights being the de facto...

Matt Murphy

Himself (archive footage)

Tom Davis

Interviewer (uncredited)

Tom Scott

Himself (archive footage)

Crew of The Best of the Blues Brothers

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