The Damned: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead (2015)

Name: The Damned: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead
Genre: Music, Documentary
Released: 2015
Duration: 107 min
Cast: Dave Vanian, Captain Sensible, Rat Scabies, Fred Armisen, Jello Biafra

1h 47m United States of America

Music Documentary

Plot

Wes Orshoski, known for his work on Lemmy, delves into the legacy of The Damned, the trailblazers of punk music and the first British band to make waves across the Atlantic. This documentary features insights from iconic figures such as Chrissie Hynde, Mick Jones of The Clash, and members of Pink Floyd, Black Flag, and others. Over three years, the film explores the band’s tumultuous history, including internal conflicts and the challenge of celebrating their 35th anniversary, as former members embark on their own reunion tour while others face health battles.

Cast

Dave Vanian Captain Sensible Rat Scabies Fred Armisen Jello Biafra Lemmy Kilmister Chrissie Hynde Dexter Holland Duff McKagan Don Letts Keith Morris Mick Jones