The most unlikely of time-travelling musical misadventures is about to take centre stage on our screens – and we can't wait! Canadian comedy duo Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol, the masterminds behind the hit web series Nirvanna the Band the Show, are back with a new film that's set to blow our minds. Titled Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, this cinematic escapade promises a healthy dose of 'goofball silliness' and 'lo-fi klutz aesthetic', perfectly capturing the duo's signature irreverent humour.
Buckle up for the wacky adventures of Matt and Jay, two music-obsessed mates from Toronto in their 40s, who are determined to make it big with their band Nirvanna. Their plans often descend into chaos, but that's all part of the fun! In one particularly hare-brained stunt, they attempt to skydive off the iconic CN Tower – yes, you can guess what happens next...
But things take a surreal turn when Matt convinces Jay to install a dodgy time machine in their RV. Next thing they know, they're careening back to 2008 – and with no way to get back! The plot thickens as they try to navigate this new timeline, but it's not just the past that's on their minds... Jay's been harbouring secrets about his future plans, threatening the very existence of Nirvanna.
This isn't your average time-travel movie – in fact, Johnson and McCarrol have deliberately avoided any grown-up themes or satire, instead embracing pure, unadulterated comedy. It's a wild ride that recalls classic buddy comedies like Wayne's World and Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure, but with a distinctly 'infantilised male spirit' all its own.
Beneath the laughter, however, there are deeper themes at play – like the fleeting nature of time and the perils of chasing musical stardom. It's a clever balancing act that keeps the film grounded even as it soars into the stratosphere.
So when can we catch Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie in the UK? We're still waiting on word from our streaming services – but trust us, you won't want to miss this one. With Matt Johnson's previous film BlackBerry already making waves (and earning a BAFTA nomination), we have high hopes for this new venture.