Telstar: The Joe Meek Story (2009)

In the vibrant heart of 1960s London, Joe Meek, a self-educated electronics genius, shakes the music industry with his uniquely crafted, homemade hit singles. From the unlikely confines of his flat above a leather shop, Joe's studio thrums with the creation of 'Telstar,' his most significant triumph. Yet, accusations of plagiarism hover ominously, holding back the flow of well-deserved royalties. Meek, a man of fiery temperament, pushes away his artists, including his young lover, Heinz Burt, driving them into the welcoming arms of rival labels. His life spirals out of his grasp after a risky split with his foremost investor, Major Banks, plunging him into a sea of debt. Paranoia seizes him, fueled by the belief that his every move is under surveillance by competing record companies and that a hidden enemy lurks in every corner. The final blow lands when his landlady, Violet, announces her intention to sell the building he calls home. A shotgun, once seized from Heinz and now ominously accessible, threatens to draw the curtain on the tumultuous saga of Joe Meek—a tale of passion, genius, and self-destruction.

Telstar: The Joe Meek Story is a drama movie featuring Con O'Neill.

Telstar: The Joe Meek Story is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV.

It is also possible to buy Telstar: The Joe Meek Story on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Vudu and YouTube.