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Leaving the 20th Century (2000): cast, story & where to watch

2000 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 2000, Leaving the 20th Century is a music film, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. Live recording of the so-called "Manic Millennium" concert by the Welsh rock band Manic Street Preachers, released 2000. The concert, which also celebrated the 10th anniversary of the band, was performed on the New Year's Eve night 1999-2000 at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, in front of around 80,000 fans. The event became international as the final song was broadcast live all across the world via satellites.

Who’s in it. Leaving the 20th Century stars Manic Street Preachers as Themselves, James Dean Bradfield as Himself, Sean Moore as himself and Nicky Wire as Himself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Leaving the 20th Century sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Leaving the 20th Century page.

If you liked it. Fans of Leaving the 20th Century tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Leaving the 20th Century (2000)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Leaving the 20th Century change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Leaving the 20th Century worth watching?
Leaving the 20th Century holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Leaving the 20th Century?
Leaving the 20th Century stars Manic Street Preachers, James Dean Bradfield, Sean Moore and Nicky Wire.
When was Leaving the 20th Century released?
Leaving the 20th Century was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.