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People Just Do Nothing
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People Just Do Nothing (2018)

8.5
TV_MA

People Just Do Nothing is a mockumentary sitcom that follows the lives of a group of friends who run a pirate radio station in the fictional London neighborhood of Kurupt FM. The show features humorous antics of the main characters as they navigate their personal and professional lives.

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Radio Free Roscoe
Tv Show

Radio Free Roscoe (2006)

7.6
TV_Y

Radio Free Roscoe is a comedy-drama TV show set in a high school where a group of friends start a pirate radio station. The show explores their lives, relationships, and dreams, with an emphasis on unrequited love and the pursuit of their passion for music. With their underground group, they challenge the status quo and make a name for themselves in the world of radio.

The Lenny Henry Show
Tv Show

The Lenny Henry Show (1988)

6.5

Sitcom based around the character of wide-boy Brixton pirate radio DJ - the "crucialll!!!" Delbert Wilkins, founder of the BBC (Brixton Broadcasting Corporation). It focus on Delbert's attempts to break into the big time.

Pump Up the Volume
Movie

Pump Up the Volume(1990)

7.2
tomato82%
R
105Minutes
Dateline Diamonds
Movie

Dateline Diamonds(1965)

5.2
NR
73Minutes

In this swinging romp through 1960s London, the frenzied manager of mod-rockers the Small Faces (made up of Steve Marriott, Kenney Jones, Ian McLagan and Ronnie Lane) gets into trouble when he agrees to use the band to smuggle diamonds out of the country. Songs include the Small Faces' "I've Got Mine," "It's Too Late," "Come On Children" and "Don't Stop What You're Doing" and The Chantelles' "I Think of You" and "Please Don't Kiss Me."

FM
Movie

FM(1978)

6.3
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PG
104Minutes

FM is a satire that follows a radio DJ as he navigates the challenges of working at a radio station in Los Angeles. The DJ deals with groupies, auditions, and being fired from his job. Along the way, he also gets involved with an army recruiter and encounters various rock 'n' roll hijinks.

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Young Soul Rebels
Movie

Young Soul Rebels(1991)

6.2
R
105Minutes

Young Soul Rebels is a drama movie set in 1977 London. It revolves around the lives of two best friends, Chris and Caz, who run a pirate radio station. Their friendship is put to the test when a murder occurs, and they find themselves caught up in a mystery involving race, sexuality, and violence. As they navigate their way through a vibrant and rebellious subculture, they must confront their own fears and desires.

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The Boat That Rocked
Movie

The Boat That Rocked(2009)

7.3
tomato59%
R
135Minutes

In the 1960s, Pirate Radio stations anchor off the coast of Britain, playing rock music 24/7. A young man joins his godfather on a ship filled with eccentric DJs. The crew faces challenges when the government tries to shut down the station. Amidst romances, conflicts, and personal revelations, they continue to broadcast defiantly. As the station faces closure, the crew decides to play on, leading to a grand finale with a sinking ship, a daring rescue, and a postscript about the impact of their rebellion.

Mercur
Tv Show

Mercur (2017)

7.3

A fictional inspired by reality, telling the story of Radio Mercur, the start, as it best and is fall. A story of an illegal radiostation with brodcasted from ship, a story of the diffrent person involed in the radio in the age 1958-1962 where radio mercur, broadcastede due to a law fall not conercering broadcasting from sea.

My Generation
Movie

My Generation(2017)

7.1
tomato79%
87Minutes

Go back in time and discover the swinging 60s in London, England. Explore the art, music, fashion, and social changes that defined this vibrant era. From the birth of pop music to the rise of miniskirts, join us on a journey through the history of a generation that changed the world.

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Underdog: The Andy Swallow Story
Movie

Underdog: The Andy Swallow Story(2024)

6
118Minutes

From hooliganism and violence through to the ecstasy and the rise of rave culture, Andy Swallow, co-founder of West Ham's ICF and later Centreforce 883, opens up about his life for the very first time.

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Låten från båten
Movie

Låten från båten(1961)

8Minutes
Flame
Movie

Flame(1975)

6.9
91Minutes

Flame is a 1975 musical movie set in England that tells the cautionary tale of a working-class rock band's rise to fame and subsequent implosion. The story revolves around the band's struggles with contracts, social differences, betrayal, and the temptations of the music industry. It portrays the cultural differences and class divisions within the rock music scene of the 1970s. With elements of rock music, fame and fortune, drunkenness, and rock performances, Flame is a mesmerizing journey through the rise and fall of a rock band.

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Dead Weekend
Movie

Dead Weekend(1995)

2.5
R
82Minutes
Pirates of the Airwaves
Movie

Pirates of the Airwaves(2014)

7.1
70Minutes

Pirates of the Airwaves is a documentary drama that explores the fascinating world of pirate radio stations in 1960s and 1970s New Zealand. It takes viewers on a journey through the country's history, showcasing the rebellious spirit of the era and the impact of pirate radio on the nation's culture and music scene. The film delves into the lives of the people behind these illegal radio stations, their struggles, and their determination to challenge the status quo. Through interviews, archival footage, and reenactments, Pirates of the Airwaves paints a vivid picture of a time when radio was more than just a medium - it was a symbol of freedom and revolution.

Weekender
Movie

Weekender(2011)

5.5
tomato9%
90Minutes

Weekender is a drama movie set in the 1990s rave culture of Manchester. A group of friends gets caught up in a weekend of partying, drug dealing, and risky situations. As they navigate through the world of house music, snorting cocaine, gangsters, and pirate radio, they must deal with the consequences of their actions and try to stay out of trouble.

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The Dirty Mind of Young Sally
Movie

The Dirty Mind of Young Sally(1973)

5
95Minutes

Sally runs a mobile "pirate" radio station--which she operates from her van--where, in her sexy and sultry voice, she encourages her listeners (mostly teenagers) to use the music she plays "to ball by". She also takes calls from her listeners and even offers herself as a prize in a contest. Her show is so popular it winds up "turning on" large numbers of the local population. The authorities, of course, can't allow that to happen, so they send out the cops to find her and shut her down.

Sir! No Sir!
Movie

Sir! No Sir!(2005)

7.6
tomato89%
NR
85Minutes

Sir! No Sir! is a documentary about the anti-war movement within the ranks of the United States military during the Vietnam War. The film focuses on the movement that developed in opposition to the war, with soldiers organizing protests, demonstrations, and acts of resistance against the military and the war effort. It highlights the stories of soldiers who refused to fight, went AWOL, and spoke out against the war, as well as the efforts of activists and civilians who supported the movement. Through interviews, archival footage, and historical context, the film provides a comprehensive look at the anti-war movement and its impact on military culture and the broader society.

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Explore a collection of thrilling movies and captivating TV series that are famous for their "Pirate radio" theme. Immerse yourself in the rebellious world of underground radio stations, eccentric DJs, and the fight for freedom of expression. Discover tales of music, love, and rebellion as you embark on a journey filled with pirate radio adventures.

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