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Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022)

“The world belongs to the weird.”

6.7/10 · 688 votes 1h 48m pg-13 ComedyFamilyCrimeMusic

#135 of 226 films from 2022 #1267 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Eric Appel · Written by 'Weird Al' Yankovic, Eric Appel

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Overview

Exploring every facet of ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic’s life, from his meteoric rise to fame with early hits like ‘Eat It’ and ‘Like a Surgeon’ to his torrid celebrity love affairs and famously depraved lifestyle, this biopic takes audiences on a truly unbelievable journey through Yankovic’s life and career, from gifted child prodigy to the greatest musical legend of all time.

Cast

Daniel Radcliffeas 'Weird Al' Yankovic
Evan Rachel Woodas Madonna
Rainn Wilsonas Dr. Demento
Toby Hussas Nick Yankovic
Jack Lancasteras Jim
Spencer Treat Clarkas Steve
Tommy O'Brienas Bermuda
Arturo Castroas Pablo Escobar
Julianne Nicholsonas Mary Yankovic
Diedrich Baderas Grizzled Narrator (voice)
Lin-Manuel Mirandaas Doctor
Richard Aaron Andersonas Young Al
Thomas Lennonas Salesman
David Bloomas Teenage Al

Facts

Release dateSeptember 8, 2022
Runtime108 min (1h 48m) — about the same as the 2022 average of 113 min
GenresComedy, Family, Crime, Music
LanguageEN
Budget$12,000,000
IMDbtt17076046

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Questions

How long is Weird: The Al Yankovic Story?
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Is Weird: The Al Yankovic Story worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 688 votes, which places it #135 of 226 films released in 2022 in this index (top 41%) and #1267 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Weird: The Al Yankovic Story?
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story was directed by Eric Appel. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Die Hart (2023).
Who stars in Weird: The Al Yankovic Story?
Daniel Radcliffe as 'Weird Al' Yankovic; Evan Rachel Wood as Madonna; Rainn Wilson as Dr. Demento; Toby Huss as Nick Yankovic; Jack Lancaster as Jim; Spencer Treat Clark as Steve.
What is Weird: The Al Yankovic Story rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Weird: The Al Yankovic Story?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/19097.

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