Live Aid
Live Aid was held on 13 July 1985, simultaneously in Wembley Stadium in London, England, and the John F. Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, United States. It was one of the largest scale satellite link-ups and television broadcasts of all time: watched live by an estimated global audience of 1.9 billion, across 150 nations. "It's twelve noon in London, seven AM in Philadelphia, and around the world it's time for Live Aid...!"
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1 July 1985 BBC2 - Live Aid trailer
Live aid - 1985 USA For Africa - We Are The World
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Frequently asked questions about Live Aid
Where can I watch Live Aid in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Live Aid?
Live Aid scores 7.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Live Aid?
Live Aid stars Bob Dylan, B.B. King, Cher, David Bowie, and Paul McCartney. Kenneth Shapiro is the director and Vincent Scarza is the director.
How long is Live Aid?
Live Aid runs 16h (960 minutes).
When did Live Aid come out?
Live Aid was released on July 13, 1985.
Which studio made Live Aid?
Live Aid was produced by BBC and MTV in the United Kingdom and the United States.
How much did Live Aid make at the box office?
Live Aid grossed $150,000,000 worldwide.
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