# Billy Idol Should Be Dead (2026)

> A candid punk-rock portrait follows Billy Idol from underground provocation through addiction and pop stardom to a hard-won musical resurgence.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7435444

## Facts

- Runtime: 118 min
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Director: Jonas Åkerlund
- Cast: Billy Idol, Miley Cyrus, Brendan Bourke, Billie Joe Armstrong, Duff McKagan, Joan Broad, Jane Broad, Steve Jones
- TMDB rating: 6.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21870816/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: energetic, candid, reflective, music documentary night, rock film marathon

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