The Inertia Variations (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2017, The Inertia Variations is a documentary film directed by Johanna St Michaels, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Matt Johnson of the English band THE THE, has remained silent as a singer / songwriter for years. Now he attempts to challenge contemporary politics through his own 12 hour live radio broadcast. But sudden grief and a request to write a new song reveals old demons of inertia and bereavement.
Who’s in it. The Inertia Variations stars Matt Johnson as Himself, Tim Pope as Himself and Johanna St Michaels as Herself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Inertia Variations has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Inertia Variations page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Inertia Variations tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Inertia Variations (2017)?
- In US, The Inertia Variations is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Inertia Variations worth watching?
- The Inertia Variations holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Inertia Variations?
- The Inertia Variations stars Matt Johnson, Tim Pope and Johanna St Michaels.
- When was The Inertia Variations released?
- The Inertia Variations was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.