Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones
“The renegade filmmaker who captured Newfoundland’s comedic coup d’état.”
Synopsis
With little more than a 16-mm camera and a bedrock love of place, renegade filmmaker Mike Jones broke the trail for Newfoundland’s cultural renaissance. Through never-before-seen footage of the comedic chaos that was CODCO, Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones summons this chapter of Canada’s hilarious history in a joyful journey of rediscovery featuring Mary Walsh, Cathy Jones, Rick Mercer and more.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Atlantic International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Justin Simms
- Screenplay & Story
- Justin Simms, Deanne Foley, Andy Jones
- Original Score
- Ian Foster
- Original Title
- Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Justin Simms
Justin Simms, Deanne Foley, Andy Jones
Ian Foster
Cody Westman
Andrew MacCormack
Nathalie Cloutier, Lynne Wilson, Jill Knox-Gosse, Liz Cowie
Department Leadership Roster
Justin Simms
Director
Justin Simms
Writer
Deanne Foley
Writer
Lynne Wilson
Producer
Jill Knox-Gosse
Producer
Liz Cowie
Producer
Cody Westman
Director of Photography
Andrew MacCormack
Editor
Ian Foster
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones about?
With little more than a 16-mm camera and a bedrock love of place, renegade filmmaker Mike Jones broke the trail for Newfoundland’s cultural renaissance. Through never-before-seen footage of the comedic chaos that was CODCO, Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones summons this chapter of Canada’s hilarious history in a joyful journey of rediscovery featuring Mary Walsh, Cathy Jones, Rick Mercer and more.
Who directed Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones?
Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones was directed by Justin Simms.
Who stars in Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones?
The principal cast of Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones includes Mark Critch, Cathy Jones, Andy Jones, Mary Walsh, Robert Joy.
When was Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones released and how long is it?
Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Smash & Grab: The Rebel Lens of Mike Jones was composed by Ian Foster.