Radio Wonderful (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film

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Released in 1973, Radio Wonderful is a documentary film directed by Richard Loncraine, running about 30 minutes.

What it’s about. This documentary is about the first five years of BBC Radio 1 and contains interviews with the disc jockeys and other folk who were involved in the station's inception. It also contains footage from the previous pirate radio era as a means of explaining why Radio 1 came about.

Who’s in it. Radio Wonderful stars Tony Blackburn, Alan Freeman, Emperor Rosko and Anne Nightingale, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Radio Wonderful page.

If you liked it. Fans of Radio Wonderful 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 Radio Wonderful (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Radio Wonderful change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Radio Wonderful?
Radio Wonderful stars Tony Blackburn, Alan Freeman, Emperor Rosko, Anne Nightingale and Keith Moon.
When was Radio Wonderful released?
Radio Wonderful was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.