The Joy Of Disco (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2012, The Joy Of Disco is a music and documentary film directed by Benjamin Whalley, running about 59 minutes. “A film about how a much-derided music actually changed the world.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A film about how a much-derided music actually changed the world. Between 1969 and 1979 disco was born through gay liberation, female desire in the age of feminism and led to the birth of modern club culture before taking the world by storm. This in turn led to the 'Disco Sucks' movement and the inevitable backlash. With contributions from Nile Rodgers, Robin Gibb, Kathy Sledge and Ian Schrager.
Who’s in it. The Joy Of Disco stars Alexis Petridis, Ian Levine, Randy Jones and Alan Jones, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Joy Of Disco 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 The Joy Of Disco page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Joy Of Disco tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Joy Of Disco (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Joy Of Disco change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Joy Of Disco worth watching?
- The Joy Of Disco holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Joy Of Disco?
- The Joy Of Disco stars Alexis Petridis, Ian Levine, Randy Jones, Alan Jones and Bob Colacello.
- When was The Joy Of Disco released?
- The Joy Of Disco was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.