Joan Jett
September 22, 1958 · 67 years old
Joan Jett (born Joan Marie Larkin, September 22, 1958) is an American singer, guitarist, record producer, and actress. Jett is best known for her work as the frontwoman of her band Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, and for earlier founding and performing with the Runaways, which recorded and released the…
Known For
9 titles
The Runaways
A coming-of-age biographical film about the 1970s teenage all-girl rock band The Runaways. The relationship between band members Cherie Currie and Joan Jett is also explored.
Big Driver
A famous mystery writer sets out for revenge after a brutal attack.
Light of Day
A pair of siblings must choose whether to pursue their dream of touring with their rock band or support their family and stay in Cleveland, Ohio.
The Punk Singer
A look at the life of activist, musician, and cultural icon Kathleen Hanna, who formed the punk band Bikini Kill and pioneered the "riot grrrl" movement of the 1990s.
Boogie Boy
A man who has just been released from prison vows to start a new life, but is put in danger when a drug addict cellmate appears.
Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple
Traces Van Zandt's career as a musician, activist and actor from New Jersey to stadiums around the world.
Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex
Celebrates the life and work of glam rock pioneer Marc Bolan, combined with a behind-the-scenes look at the tribute album of the same name.
One-Hit Wonders at the BBC: Volume Two
This is a look into the darkest corners of the BBC’s music archives for a reminder of songs by the likes of The Las, The Mock Turtles, Joan Jett and Kim Carnes. There are also some surprising names on the list: Don Henley, Patti Smith, Curtis Mayfield and John Denver - stars who perhaps enjoyed hit albums, or success with other groups, but when it came to singles, once was sadly enough.