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From the Roots Came the Rapper

197830mMovie

Kevin is a daydreamer obsessed with the rock and roll lifestyle of 50s America. Unfortunately for Kevin, he lives in 70s Stockport. Will his ambition to become a DJ like his American idols come to fruition?

DirectorColin Bucksey

WriterJaney Preger

ProducerMike Healey

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From the Roots Came the Rapper hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 16, 1978. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.