Rock Drive’s Must Watch, Listen and Read

Rock Drive’s Jay and Dunc always hammer home their recommendations for what you must watch, listen and read, so we’ve combined it all into one place for you. Find the latest recommendations - we're making sure you don't miss out!

Must Watch

Tuesday 17th March - The untold story of the Wilhelm Scream

The Wilhelm Scream is arguably the most famous sound effect in movie history. It has appeared in more than 400 films, TV shows, and video games—including Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Lord of the Rings, Toy Story, and countless others. But the true origin of the Wilhelm Scream has been debated for decades.

Watch it here. This award-winning short documentary dives deep into the history of the Wilhelm Scream, exploring how it started, who created it, and how it became Hollywood’s biggest inside joke. Featuring interviews with Academy Award winning sound designers, never-before-seen archival, and a groundbreaking forensic investigation, this video finally answers the question: Who actually voiced the Wilhelm Scream?

Must Listen

Monday 16th March - Liam Messam on Between Two Beers

Liam Messam is one of the most beloved figures in New Zealand rugby. Two-time Super Rugby champion, All Black, World Cup winner, and a 20-year servant of the Chiefs. But behind the jersey is a story most people have never heard.

Listen here.

Must Watch

Thursday 12th March - Young Sherlock

From Guy Ritchie, witness the legendary origin story of Sherlock Holmes in this irreverent, action-laden mystery that follows the iconic detective’s early adventures. Sherlock Holmes is a disgraced young man – raw and unfiltered – when he finds himself wrapped up in a murder case that threatens his liberty.

His first ever case unravels a globe-trotting conspiracy, culminating in an explosive showdown that changes his life forever. Unfolding in 1870s Oxford and adventuring abroad, the series will expose the early antics of the anarchic adolescent who is yet to evolve into Baker Street’s most renowned resident.

Monday 9th March - Age of the Dinosaurs

Welcome to The Dinosaurs – an epic journey into a lost world. From executive producer Steven Spielberg, Amblin Entertainment, and the award‑winning team behind Our Planet, this groundbreaking documentary series follows the rise and fall of the dinosaurs across hundreds of millions of years. Narrated by Academy Award–winner Morgan Freeman.

Watch it here.

Friday 6th March - Born to Bowl

Takes viewers inside the colorful world of professional bowling.

Watch here.

Monday 1st March - House of Guinness

Trouble is brewing in the House of Guinness. Who will keep their head? A new series from the creator of Peaky Blinders, arriving on Netflix September 25th.

Watch it here.

Tuesday 24th Feb - A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms

A journey far from the throne.

Watch it here.

Friday 20th Feb - Deeper

A team of divers, led by Dr. Richard Harris, aims to set a record for the deepest descent as they explore New Zealand's Pearse Resurgence cave system.

Watch here.

Wednesday 11h Feb - Hyuandi Country calendar: Celebrating 60 years

New Zealand's favourite TV series celebrates an extraordinary 60 years, with a special collection of classic episodes from across the decades.

Watch it here.

Monday 5th Feb - Dale Earlhardt

NASCAR Studios and FOX Sports today announced “We’ve Lost Dale Earnhardt: 25 Years Later,” a powerful new original documentary marking the 25th anniversary of the 2001 Daytona 500, the race that forever changed NASCAR and American motorsports.

Find out more and how to watch here.

Monday 2nd Feb - The Smashing Machine

The story of legendary mixed martial arts & UFC fighter Mark Kerr.

Watch here.