- March 1975 saw the premiere of the rock opera, Tommy (directed by Ken Russell) in London.
- The film was a hit, in a year in which UK box office receipts, dropped to an all-time low.
- Roger Daltrey starred in the title role, while the Who made an appearance, as themselves. Tina Turner played the part of the Acid Queen. Elton John was the pinball wizard in the movie.