# Video Killed the Radio Star (2025)

> An investigative documentary traces how a radio feud and leaked sex tape erupted into a volatile online media scandal.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7499796

## Facts

- Runtime: 156 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Ian Longen
- Cast: Bubba the Love Sponge, Brent Hatley, Tim Sabea, Kevin Hayslett, Eric Deggans, Thomas Bean, Reginald Roundtree, Roger Stone
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt38264376/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: sensational, tense, investigative, true crime night, media deep dive

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