Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror

From humble origins as a London fringe theater play to its meteoric rise, fall and resurrection as the biggest cult film of all time, this is the definitive story of the Rocky Horror Show. With intimate access to its creator Richard O’Brien and other major players such as Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Lou Adler, the documentary explores what makes the play and film so singular: Its groundbreaking and transgressive themes, iconic performances and epic songs that took over popular culture. The cult phenomenon that sprung around it is unparalleled, and created not only the midnight screenings which continue to this day, but also a safe haven for those who ever felt different or marginalized.

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photo of Linus O'Brien

Credits

Director:

Linus O'Brien

Producer:

Adam Gibbs, Garret Price, Avner Shiloah, Linus O'Brien

Screenwriter:

Avner Shiloah

Cinematographer:

Warren Kommers

Editor:

Avner Shiloah

Principal Cast:

Richard O'Brien, Tim Curry, Lou Adler, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick

Contact

Distributor:

N/A

Public Film Contact:

Addie Porris
WME Agency
aporis@wmeagency.com

Publicity Contact:

Alex Cutler
cutler@ssmandl.com
917-717-0601

Sales Agent:

Addie Porris
WME

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2025
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Runtime:
89 mins