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Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks (2026)

Movie 91 min

Documentary Music

Punk music icons, Lunachicks, reunite after 20 years in an unfiltered, hilarious, and electric documentary. Packed with rare archival footage, the film traces their rise from gritty NYC teens to feminist trailblazers of the 90s grunge era. Fans and newcomers alike will thrill as the band recounts old antics, rekindles bonds, and embarks on their long-awaited journey back to the stage.

Ilya Chaiken Director

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Quick facts

Released
April 24, 2026
Runtime
91 min
IMDb
tt11725866
Language
Studio
Concord Originals, ilchick pictures

Themes

Cast

Gina Volpe Sydney Silver Sindi Benezra Valsamis Theo Kogan Chip Engliush Self Kate Schellenbach Becky Wreck Donita Sparks Donita Sparks Jennifer Finch Jeanne Fury Miss Guy Miss Guy Debbie Harry Debbie Harry Dexter Holland Dexter Holland Kevin ‘Noodles’ Wasserman Kevin ‘Noodles’ Wasserman Gina Schock Gina Schock Chris Stein Chris Stein

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks about?
Punk music icons, Lunachicks, reunite after 20 years in an unfiltered, hilarious, and electric documentary. Packed with rare archival footage, the film traces their rise from gritty NYC teens to feminist trailblazers of the 90s grunge era. Fans and newcomers alike will thrill as the band recounts old antics, rekindles bonds, and embarks on their long-awaited journey back to the stage.
Who directed Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks?
Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks was directed by Ilya Chaiken.
Who stars in Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks?
Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks stars Gina Volpe, Sydney Silver, Sindi Benezra Valsamis, Theo Kogan.
When was Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks released?
Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks is a 2026 documentary, music film.
Where can I watch Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks?
You can watch Pretty Ugly: The Story of the Lunachicks with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.