Supersonic (2016)
Kernel Score: 82% · 234 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Music, Documentary, History
Released: 2016-10-02
Runtime: 117 minutes
Where to watch Supersonic
- Free with ads: Darkroom
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Supersonic charts the meteoric rise of Oasis from the council estates of Manchester to some of the biggest concerts of all time in just three short years. This palpable, raw and moving film shines a light on one of the most genre and generation-defining British bands that has ever existed and features candid new interviews with Noel and Liam Gallagher, their mother, and members of the band and road crew.
Supersonic parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that Supersonic is an R-rated documentary chronicling the rise of the rock band Oasis.
- Language: Moderate — Candid interviews with musicians known for blunt language likely include strong profanity, consistent with the R rating.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Moderate — As a music-industry biography of a 1990s rock band, references to drinking and drug use are likely given the R rating.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Mat Whitecross
Cast
- Noel Gallagher as Self
- Liam Gallagher as Self
- Paul Arthurs as Self (as Bonehead)
- Paul Gallagher as Self
- Peggy Gallagher as Self
- Tony McCarroll as Self
- Alan McGee as Self
- Christine Biller as Self
- Debbie Turner as Self (as Debbie Ellis)
- Paolo Hewitt as Self
Supersonic FAQ
Is Supersonic good?
Supersonic has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 234 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Supersonic?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Darkroom and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Supersonic OK for kids?
Supersonic is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Supersonic is an R-rated documentary chronicling the rise of the rock band Oasis.
What movies are like Supersonic?
If you liked Supersonic, try Miss Americana, Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me, The Greatest Night in Pop and Whitney.