‘Free Party: A Folk History’ Documentary Set for Streaming Release
The definitive ’90s rave documentary, Free Party: A Folk History, is set to reach a wider audience with an upcoming streaming release. Following its successful online premiere last year, the film will be available to watch for a 30-day window starting on 21st May via the Eventive platform, with a broader rollout on major streaming services expected later in 2026.
This updated version of the documentary features newly added footage, providing an even deeper look into the cultural phenomenon that defined a generation. The project was originally released to coincide with the 33rd anniversary of the legendary week-long Castlemorton rave and marks 41 years since the 1985 Battle of the Beanfield.
The film offers an immersive exploration of the UK’s underground dance scene, highlighting the impact of trailblazing collectives such as Spiral Tribe, Circus Warp, and Nottingham’s DiY Sound System. Beyond the music, it captures the raw, socio-political history of the era, documenting a movement that challenged the status quo.
Proceeds from the streaming release will support the Refugee Community Kitchen and the contributors who provided the essential archive footage that makes the film so compelling. Any remaining profits are earmarked for future creative projects.
For those interested in the history of the movement, the documentary serves as an essential companion to the ongoing discourse surrounding the UK’s free party scene. Pre-orders for the stream are currently open, offering fans a chance to secure their access to this vital piece of electronic music history.
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