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Red Rocket (2021)

โ€œEverything's bigger in Texas.โ€

6.8/10 ยท 662 votes 2h 10m r ComedyDrama

#128 of 248 films from 2021 #1148 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Sean Baker ยท Written by Sean Baker, Chris Bergoch

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Overview

After hitting rock bottom in Los Angeles, former porn star Mikey Saber returns to his hometown in Texas to stay with his estranged wife and mother-in-law. Just as tensions begin to ease, he becomes infatuated with a young doughnut shop worker named Strawberry.

Cast

Simon Rexas Mikey
Suzanna Sonas Strawberry
Bree Elrodas Lexi
Brenda Deissas Lil
Sophieas Sophie
Vickie Pearceas Manager #1
Judy Hillas Leondria
Bashir Abboudas Manager #2
Kevin Cavanaughas Manager #3
Caressa Garzaas Manager #4
Marlon Lambertas Ernesto
Judy Hillas Leondria
Brittney Rodriguezas June
Melary Jonesas Leondria's Friend #1

Facts

Release dateDecember 10, 2021
Runtime130 min (2h 10m) โ€” longer as the 2021 average of 110 min
GenresComedy, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$1,100,000
Box office$2,200,000 (2.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt13453006

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Questions

How long is Red Rocket?
Red Rocket runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Is Red Rocket worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 662 votes, which places it #128 of 248 films released in 2021 in this index (top 49%) and #1148 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Red Rocket?
Red Rocket was directed by Sean Baker. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Florida Project (2017), Anora (2024), Tangerine (2015).
Who stars in Red Rocket?
Simon Rex as Mikey; Suzanna Son as Strawberry; Bree Elrod as Lexi; Brenda Deiss as Lil; Sophie as Sophie; Vickie Pearce as Manager #1.
What is Red Rocket rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Red Rocket?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/54699.

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