The Filth and the Fury
“A Sex Pistols film - uncut, unseen, unbelievable.”
Julien Temple's second documentary profiling punk rock pioneers the Sex Pistols is an enlightening, entertaining trip back to a time when the punk movement was just discovering itself. Featuring archival footage, never-before-seen performances, rehearsals, and recording sessions as well as interviews with group members who lived to tell the tale--including the one and only John Lydon (aka Johnny Rotten).
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About The Filth and the Fury
The Filth and the Fury is a 2000 English-language documentary and music film directed by Julien Temple. The cast is led by John Lydon, Steve Jones, Paul Cook. It has a runtime of 1h 48m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home.
The Filth and the Fury was produced by Nitrate Film, Film4 Productions, and Jersey Shore and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on March 29, 2000, and carries a R certification.
- Director
- Julien Temple
- Writers
- Julien Temple
- Release date
- March 29, 2000
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Production
- Nitrate Film, Film4 Productions, Jersey Shore
The Filth and the Fury cast & crew
The Filth and the Fury was directed by Julien Temple and written by Julien Temple.
The cast features John Lydon as Self, Steve Jones as Self, Paul Cook as Self, Glen Matlock as Self, Sid Vicious as Self (archive footage), and Malcolm McLaren as Self.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Anita Camarata and Eric Gardner.
Is The Filth and the Fury worth watching?
The Filth and the Fury holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 80 ratings, a solidly received documentary films.
At 1h 48m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy documentary and music, The Filth and the Fury is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Filth and the Fury
John Lydon
Self
Steve Jones
Self
Paul Cook
Self
Glen Matlock
Self
Sid Vicious
Self (archive footage)
Malcolm McLaren
Self
David Bowie
Self (archive footage)
Alice Cooper
Self (archive footage)
Stewart Copeland
Self (archive footage)
Bryan Ferry
Self (archive footage)
Benny Hill
Self (archive footage)
Billy Idol
Self (archive footage)
The Filth and the Fury — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Filth and the Fury in United States?
The Filth and the Fury is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Fandango At Home.
▸What language is The Filth and the Fury in?
The Filth and the Fury is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Filth and the Fury?
The Filth and the Fury runs 1 hours 48 minutes (108 minutes).
▸What is The Filth and the Fury rated?
The Filth and the Fury is rated R. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 80 ratings.
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