Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties
“The Bubbles and the Shitrockers Story”
Synopsis
Bubbles and his band, The Shitrockers, embark on a European rock tour and earn a spot opening for Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters. However, after traveling from Nova Scotia to Prague, they're kicked off the tour and must resort to busking to survive and find a way back home. Ricky and Julian must figure out how to make their dreams come true again — if that’s still possible.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-10-17
Top Cast
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Mike Smith
Bubbles
Robb Wells
Ricky
John Paul Tremblay
Julian
Patrick Roach
Randy
Billy Bob Thornton
Self
Martin Freeman
Self
Robert Sheehan
Randy's Date
Ronnie Wood
Self
Zach Selwyn
Dwight
Brad Stella
Waylon
Tom Mayhue
Self
Duff McKagan
Self
Maisy Stella
Self
Susan Holmes-McKagan
Self
Richard Donat
Big Hawk
Ryan Rogerson
Richie Spinz
Peter Lesperance
Slug
Andy Gallant
Travis
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 6, 2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 25, 2025
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$210K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charlie Lightening
- Screenplay & Story
- Mike Smith
- Original Title
- Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Worldwide Gross
- $210K
- Production Studios
- Blue Fox Entertainment, BATS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charlie Lightening
Mike Smith
Daniel Lightening
Pablo D'Ambrosi
Mike Smith, Robb Wells, John Paul Tremblay, Lewin Webb, Jamie Brown
Department Leadership Roster
Mike Smith
Writer
Charlie Lightening
Director
Mike Smith
Producer
Robb Wells
Producer
John Paul Tremblay
Producer
Lewin Webb
Producer
Jamie Brown
Producer
Gary Howsam
Producer
Pablo D'Ambrosi
Editor
Daniel Lightening
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties
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What is Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties about?
Bubbles and his band, The Shitrockers, embark on a European rock tour and earn a spot opening for Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters. However, after traveling from Nova Scotia to Prague, they're kicked off the tour and must resort to busking to survive and find a way back home. Ricky and Julian must figure out how to make their dreams come true again — if that’s still possible.
Who directed Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties?
Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties was directed by Charlie Lightening.
Who stars in Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties?
The principal cast of Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties includes Mike Smith, Robb Wells, John Paul Tremblay, Patrick Roach, Billy Bob Thornton.
When was Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties released and how long is it?
Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
How much did Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties make at the box office?
Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties grossed $210K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties?
Standing on the Shoulders of Kitties holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).