Miss O'Dell
Own It May 13, 2025
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 121 Minutes
UPC: MAV-6265, 824355626520
Storyline
In 1968, after meeting Brit Derek Taylor, Arizona's Chris O'Dell flew to London, becoming PA to Peter Asher and The Beatles, later managing tours for The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Led Zeppelin, and more. A trusted figure in rock's inner circles, her journey spanned the 1970s. Chris returns to London to revisit the sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll era, sharing stories at iconic venues like Abbey Road with friends such as Pattie Boyd, Peter Asher, Bob Harris, and other rock legends.
Produced By
Simon Weitzman
Directed By
Simon Weitzman
Cast
Chris O'Dell, Pattie Boyd, Peter Asher CBE, Bob Harris OBE
About the Crew
- Chris O'Dell is a former music industry insider and tour manager who played a significant role behind the scenes during the golden age of rock and roll. She worked closely with legendary bands and artists like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Bob Dylan. O'Dell's unique perspective as a trusted confidant and professional in a male-dominated industry offers rare insights into iconic moments in music history. Her memoir, Miss O'Dell: My Hard Days and Long Nights with The Beatles, The Stones, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, and the Women They Loved, chronicles her extraordinary life and career.
- Peter Asher CBE is a British musician, producer, and manager who rose to fame as one-half of the 1960s pop duo Peter and Gordon, known for hits like A World Without Love. He later became a prominent music producer, working with artists such as James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, and Carole King, earning multiple Grammy Awards. Asher also managed James Taylor and played a key role in shaping the careers of iconic musicians. With a career spanning decades, Asher remains a respected figure in the music industry, celebrated for his talent and influence.
- Pattie Boyd is a British model, photographer, and author, celebrated as a muse to some of the greatest musicians of the 20th century. She was famously married to George Harrison of The Beatles and later to Eric Clapton, inspiring iconic songs like Something and Layla. Boyd's career as a model flourished during the 1960s, making her a symbol of the Swinging London era. Her memoir, Wonderful Today (titled Wonderful Tonight in the U.S.), offers an intimate glimpse into her life, relationships, and the cultural revolution she witnessed firsthand.