Rock Star (2001) movie poster

Rock Star (2001)

"The story of a wanna be who got to be."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 78%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 54% (RT: 53%, MC: 54) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
MusicDramaComedy

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Director
Runtime
1h 45m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (801 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
53%
Metacritic
54
Cast
Mark Wahlberg as Chris 'Izzy' Cole
Jennifer Aniston as Emily Poule
Dominic West as Kirk Cuddy
Jason Bonham as A.C.
Jeff Pilson as Jorgen
Zakk Wylde as Ghode
Timothy Spall as Mats, Steel Dragon Road Manager
Blas Elias as Donny Johnson
Most people think so. 78% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 801 votes. Critics scored it lower at 54%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A wannabe rock star who fronts a Pennsylvania-based tribute band is devastated when his bandmates kick him out of the group he founded. Things begin to look up for Izzy when he is asked to join Steel Dragon, the heavy metal rockers he had been imitating for so long. This film is loosely based on the true story of the band Judas Priest. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Mark Wahlberg spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated music films of 2001 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Rock Star is a 2001 music, drama, comedy film directed by Stephen Herek. A wannabe rock star who fronts a Pennsylvania-based tribute band is devastated when his bandmates kick him out of the group he founded. Things begin to look up for Izzy when he is asked to join Steel Dragon, the heavy metal rockers he had been imitating for so long.

This film is loosely based on the true story of the band Judas Priest. The film has been rated by 801 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a music film, Rock Star delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Rock Star (2001) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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