CinemaOSMovie · 2025 · 1h 26m

Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies

Willie Nelson and friends share stories of the enigmatic Texan, Ben Dorcy (aka Lovey), an unsung hero who shaped American music history, pioneered an entire profession as the world’s first roadie, and rivaled time itself to keep the show on the road.

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A true story about the unreal life of an unsung country music hero. Ben Dorcy, aka Lovey, the first and oldest roadie, is recognized by the cultural icons who depend on him just as he’s losing his independence. Having outlived all his relatives, Ben learns he can rely on his music family. Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Knoxville, Kinky Friedman, Jamey Johnson, Ann-Margret, and more come together to honor this legend among legends who, unbeknownst to many, shaped Texas and American music history. “King of the Roadies” celebrates all who work to keep the wheels turning behind-the-scenes; and reminds us that with spirit, passion and perseverance, our best days may still be ahead of us if we continue doing what we love. “It’s one thing to have a bunch of good ideas, but to make them work and to put them into action, you need someone like Ben to do it, and he never failed.” – Willie Nelson

Directed byAmy Lee Nelson

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 26m
Language
EN
Released
April 27, 2025
Studios
Ovarian Productions

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1 video
Official Trailer

Official Trailer

Featuring

Cast & crew

10 credited
Starring

Ben Dorcy

Self (archive footage)

Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson

Self

Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash

Self (archive footage)

Waylon Jennings

Waylon Jennings

Self (archive footage)

Kris Kristofferson

Kris Kristofferson

Self (archive footage)

Jamey Johnson

Self

Jessi Colter

Self (archive footage)

Merle Haggard

Merle Haggard

Self (archive footage)

Shooter Jennings

Shooter Jennings

Self

Jesse Plemons

Jesse Plemons

Self

Creative team
Directed by
Amy Lee Nelson
Produced by
Shooter Jennings
Shooter Jennings
Kevin Moyer

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