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Rocketman (2019)

โ€œBased on a true fantasy.โ€

7.3/10 ยท 5,093 votes 2h 1m r DramaMusic

#75 of 296 films from 2019 #1139 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Dexter Fletcher ยท Written by Lee Hall

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Overview

The story of Elton John's life, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music through his influential and enduring musical partnership with Bernie Taupin.

Cast

Taron Egertonas Elton John
Jamie Bellas Bernie Taupin
Richard Maddenas John Reid
Bryce Dallas Howardas Sheila
Gemma Jonesas Ivy
Steven Mackintoshas Stanley
Tom Bennettas Fred
Matthew Illesleyas Young Reggie
Kit Connoras Older Reggie
Charlie Roweas Ray Williams
Peter O'Hanlonas Bobby
Ross Farrellyas Cyril
Evan Walshas Elton Dean
Tate Donovanas Doug Weston

Facts

Release dateMay 17, 2019
Runtime121 min (2h 1m) โ€” longer as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresDrama, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$167,300,000 (4.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt2066051

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Questions

How long is Rocketman?
Rocketman runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Is Rocketman worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.3/10 across 5,093 votes, which places it #75 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 75%) and #1139 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Rocketman?
Rocketman was directed by Dexter Fletcher. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Eddie the Eagle (2016), Ghosted (2023).
Who stars in Rocketman?
Taron Egerton as Elton John; Jamie Bell as Bernie Taupin; Richard Madden as John Reid; Bryce Dallas Howard as Sheila; Gemma Jones as Ivy; Steven Mackintosh as Stanley.
What is Rocketman rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Rocketman?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/11221.

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