Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd 2025

Overview

Simple Plan: The Kids in the Crowd is a 2025 documentary film that examines the career of the pop-punk band Simple Plan. Directed by Didier Charette, the film explores the group’s journey from their origins in Montreal to achieving global fame within the punk-rock genre. The documentary captures the highs and lows of the band's first 25 years through a combination of never-before-seen archival footage and exclusive access to their sold-out 2024 World Tour. The narrative focuses on themes of brotherhood, resilience, and the relationship between the band and their fans. In addition to insights from the band members themselves, the film features appearances by a variety of figures, including Conan O'Brien, Ashley Olsen, La La Anthony, Jay Leno, and Avril Lavigne. The project was showcased as part of the 2025 slate for Prime Video Canada and includes an ensemble cast that features Pierre-Luc Funk and Pierre-Yves Roy. With a runtime of one hour and thirty-four minutes, the film provides a nostalgic look at one of the most prominent musical acts of the 2000s.