Everything you need to know about Sky Original movie, Bonus Track
Set in 2006, Bonus Track is a coming-of-age movie that follows George, a teenage boy who dreams of being a musician, as he befriends the son of a rock star.
The official synopsis reads:
“Bonus Track, created by Josh O’Connor and Mike Gilbert, is set in 2006, and centres on George (Joe Anders) – a small-town sixteen-year-old – who is on the road to complete social and academic failure. He dreams of being a star, knows he’s a gifted musician – but no one else seems to agree... So, when Max (Samuel Small) – the son of a mega-famous musical duo – enrols at his school and takes an interest in his music, George can’t believe it! Neither can anyone else. But as the boys grow closer, George begins to question why he actually wants to spend time with Max... George is faced with a potential dream come true – if he can just figure out what that dream now really is…”
What is the release date?
Bonus Track officially premiered at BFI’s London Film Festival in October 2023 and will be available on Sky Cinema and NOW from 1 June.
Where can I watch Bonus Track in the UK?
As a Sky Original, Bonus Track will be available to watch on Sky Cinema and NOW.
It is not available to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, or Disney+ and can only be watched on Sky and streaming service NOW.
Who stars in Bonus Track?
The main cast members in the movie are:
- Joe Anders plays George
- Samuel Small plays Max
- Susan Wokoma
- Josh O’Connor
- Ray Panthaki
- Alison Sudol
- Jack Davenport
What is the running time?
The running time for Bonus Track is 1 hour 34 minutes.
Music
BRIT Award and BAFTA Award-nominated musician and actor Olly Alexander - who represented the UK at Eurovision 2024 - has composed an original song for the movie.