Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd OTT Release Date
Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd OTT Release Date - If you've ever yelled "I'm Just a Kid!" at the top of your lungs or found comfort in the lyrics of "Welcome to My Life" , there's good news for you. The beloved Canadian pop-punk band Simple Plan is celebrating its 25-year journey with a brand-new documentary titled Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd , premiering July 8 on Prime Video.
An honest look at a 25-year journey
Directed by Didier Charrette, the documentary captures Simple Plan's rise from basement jam sessions in Montreal to sold-out stadiums around the world. The film walks you through their early days as teenagers chasing a dream, the breakthrough success of their debut album No Pads, No Helmets...Just Balls, and the rollercoaster that followed, chart-topping singles, personal struggles, creative roadblocks, and eventual resurgence.
It's less about stardom and more about what it takes to hold on to friendship, passion, and purpose in an industry that chews people up and spits them out. The film also features a who's who of early-2000s punk rock royalty. You'll see candid appearances and interviews from Mark Hoppus of Blink-182, Avril Lavigne, Dexter Holland and Noodles from The Offspring, Fat Mike of NOFX, and members of Sum 41, Papa Roach, Good Charlotte, and Sugar Ray.
Music, memories, and a message
Alongside the film, Amazon Music is dropping a full soundtrack, including a rare early demo of 'I'm Just a Kid' and a brand-new single from the band, all releasing the same day as the documentary. For longtime fans, this is a rare treat to hear where it all started and see how far they've come.
The band released a statement ahead of the film's release, saying, 'Creating this documentary has been deeply meaningful. It's a story of friendship, brotherhood, and music's transformative power.' They added that they hope the film encourages younger generations to start something of their own, even if it's in a garage or basement like they did.
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