Tommy (1975 film) Tommy (1975 film) Tommy is a 1975 British independent rock musical fantasy drama film based upon The Who's 1969 rock opera album "Tommy" about a "seemingly disabled" boy who becomes a pinball champion and religious leader. Directed by Ken Russell, the film featured a star-studded ensemble cast, including the band members themselves (most notably, lead singer Roger Daltrey, who plays the title role), Ann-Margret, Oliver Reed, Eric Clapton, Tina Turner, Elton John, and Jack Nicholson. "Tommy" was released by Columbia Pictures in the US on 19 March 1975 while in the UK it was released on 26 March 1975. Ann-Margret
Oliver James (actor) Told" which appear on the film's soundtrack. He played the acoustic guitar and sang the last song in "Raise Your Voice". Oliver James (actor) Oliver James (born Oliver James Hudson; 1 June 1980) is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and actor. James made his acting debut in the made-for-television short film "School's Out" as Dean. He then appeared in an episode for the BBC television series "The Afternoon Play". In 2002, James was cast as the role of Ian Wallace in the teen romantic comedy "What a Girl Wants". The film was directed by Dennie Gordon and co-starred Amanda Bynes.