Kick Out the Jams: The Story of XFM (2022)

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Released:
2022-08-31

Overview:
Titled after the first-ever song to play on their airwaves, Kick Out the Jams follows the development of XFM from its rebellious pirate radio roots in the early 90’s, through to its official FM radio launch in 1997 as a major platform for launching alternative talent into the mainstream. The doc deep-dives into the struggles and influence of the station which gave rise to the likes of Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, whose global hits The Office and The Ricky Gervais Show were originally developed while working at the radio station.

Director:
Ray Burdis

Runtime:
1h 30min

Genre:
Documentary

  • Cast:
  • Ricky Gervais
    as
    Self
  • Stephen Merchant
    as
    Self
  • Sammy Jacob
    as
    Self
  • Pete Doherty
    as
    Self
  • Steve Lamacq
    as
    Self