Meal Tickets (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 5

Meal Tickets poster

Released in 2017, Meal Tickets is a documentary film directed by Mat de Koning, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. Director Mat de Koning captures the rollercoaster journey of a young Perth band, the Screwtop Detonators, their manager Dave Kavanagh (an ex-mentor to The Libertines) and their one-time roadie, Will Stoker, as they grapple with the music industry's long road to the top. Initially ambitious and eager for fame and fortune, their aspirations change over time as they individually discover what truly matters in life.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Meal Tickets has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Meal Tickets page.

If you liked it. Fans of Meal Tickets 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 Meal Tickets (2017)?
In US, Meal Tickets is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Meal Tickets worth watching?
Meal Tickets 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.
When was Meal Tickets released?
Meal Tickets was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.