The Rocker (2008) movie poster

The Rocker (2008)

"Opportunity rocks."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 58%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 46% (RT: 40%, MC: 53) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyMusic

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Director
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (622 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
40%
Metacritic
53
Cast
Rainn Wilson as Robert 'Fish' Fishman
Teddy Geiger as Curtis
Josh Gad as Matt Gadman
Emma Stone as Amelia
Jeff Garlin as Stan
Jane Lynch as Lisa
Jason Sudeikis as David Marshall
It's divisive. Only 58% of audiences liked it based on 622 votes. Critics gave it 46%.
Overview
In the 1980s, a drummer is abandoned by his band just before they become rock superstars. Twenty years later, the drummer sees his second chance at stardom arise when he is asked to perform with his teenage nephew's high school rock band. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Rainn Wilson spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2008 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

The Rocker is a 2008 comedy, music film directed by Peter Cattaneo. In the 1980s, a drummer is abandoned by his band just before they become rock superstars. Twenty years later, the drummer sees his second chance at stardom arise when he is asked to perform with his teenage nephew's high school rock band.

The film has been rated by 622 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The Rocker 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.

The Rocker (2008) 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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