50 Years of Punk

50 Years of Punk (2026)



6.0 2026 77 min —

Director: Mark Sloper

Cast: Gaye Advert, Dave Barbarossa

Documentary
This explosive documentary takes you straight to the epicenter of punk’s birth on London’s Kings Road, offering the rawest, most authentic account ever told—directly from the artists and rebels who lived it. Half a century later, punk’s core principles of individuality, fearless creativity, authenticity, and freedom feel more vital than ever. Because punk was never just about the music—it’s a full-throttle way of life. Packed with never-before-seen interviews and footage featuring Hugh Cornwell, Dave Vanian, Vivienne Westwood, Rat Scabies, Gaye Advert, Richard Jobson, Glen Matlock, Jah Wobble, Terry Chimes, Tony James, Viv Albertine, and many more.

More About This Film

50 Years of Punk is a British documentary celebrating half a century of punk while looking beyond the familiar mythology of the movement. Mark Sloper traces punk from the explosion around London's King's Road to its influence on music, fashion, art and independent culture decades later.

The film uses interviews and rare archival material to let musicians and cultural figures reflect on what punk meant when it began and what remains relevant about it today. Contributors include Vivienne Westwood, Glen Matlock, Dave Vanian, Jah Wobble, Viv Albertine and Terry Chimes.

  • Mark Sloper directed and wrote the documentary.
  • The film features interviews with major figures from the original British punk scene.
  • Rare archival footage forms a substantial part of the documentary.
  • The film had a British theatrical release in June 2026.
  • The documentary runs approximately 77 to 100 minutes depending on the listed version.

Where to Watch

50 Years of Punk has received British theatrical distribution, with digital availability expanding through regional providers.