Punking Out (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1978, Punking Out is a documentary film directed by Juliusz Kossakowski, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. The film documents the beginning of the punk rock movement in New York City at CBGB's, a punk night club, and the lifestyle that revolves around this scene. It presents a sometimes shocking look at the attitudes and motivations behind the movement through interviews with outspoken club-goers and band members of the Ramones, Richard Hell and the Voidoids, and the Dead Boys.
Who’s in it. Punking Out stars Stiv Bators as Himself, Cheetah Chrome as Himself, Richard Hell as Himself and Hilly Kristal as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Punking Out has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Punking Out page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Punking Out (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Punking Out change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Punking Out worth watching?
- Punking Out holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Punking Out?
- Punking Out stars Stiv Bators, Cheetah Chrome, Richard Hell, Hilly Kristal and Lydia Lunch.
- When was Punking Out released?
- Punking Out was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.