A pop rock band forms in 1964, a year after the Beatles' US success. The story follows Guy Patterson, a jazz enthusiast who joins the Oneders (later renamed the Wonders) after their drummer breaks his arm. Guy's addition of a rock beat to the band's ballad propels them to brief fame, mirroring the experiences of many American bands trying to capitalize on the British Invasion.
That Thing You Do!
The film tells the story of a Pennsylvania band that achieves sudden fame in 1964 with a hit single, and their journey to capitalize on their newfound success with the guidance of their manager.
