About the Film
Britain, 1958. Restless at school and bored with his life, Jim leaves home to take a series of low-level jobs at a seaside amusement park, where he discovers a world of cheap sex and petty crime. But when that world comes to a shockingly brutal end, Jim returns home. As the local music scene explodes, Jim must decide between a life of adult responsibility or a new phenomenon called rock & roll.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: That'll Be The Day is a captivating and well-crafted music and drama movie from 1973. Directed by Claude Whatham, and starring David Essex, Ringo Starr, James Booth Britain, 1958.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.3/10, That'll Be The Day retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 27m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends music with drama elements, That'll Be The Day deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Where to Watch
Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Production Specs
Top Billed Cast
Actors Also In
Trending This Week
© 2026 WATCHLIST WIZARD • DATA SYNCED VIA TMDB & WATCHMODE