

Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry (1976)
Plot Summary
This feature-length Oscar®-nominated documentary focuses on Malcolm Lowry, author of one of the major novels of the 20th century, Under the Volcano. But while Lowry fought a winning battle with words, he lost his battle with alcohol. Shot on location in four countries, the film combines photographs, readings by Richard Burton from the novel and interviews with the people who loved and hated Lowry, to create a vivid portrait of the man.
Full Cast & Characters
Director & Crew
Donald Brittain
Director
Where to Watch Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry Online
You can currently stream Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry online or watch it in HD via the link below.
Find Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry StreamingFrequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry online?
Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry (1976) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the IMDb rating of Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry?
It has an IMDb rating of 5.7/10 based on 11 votes.
Who directed Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry?
Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry was directed by Donald Brittain and released in 1976.
How long is Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry?
Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1976-01-01
- Status
- Released



