Rock Star movie poster

Rock Star

"The story of a wanna be who got to be."

September 4, 2001 1h 45m 6.7/10 (796 votes)

Originally released in 2001. Rock Star is a music/drama film. directed by Stephen Herek.

Starring Mark Wahlberg, Jennifer Aniston, and Dominic West

Synopsis

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 4, 2001 24 years ago
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Runtime 1h 45m 105 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (796 votes)
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Budget $57M Production budget
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Box Office $19.3M 0.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$57,000,000
Revenue
$19,334,145

Production Companies

  • Metal Productions Inc.
  • Bel Air Entertainment
  • Maysville Pictures
  • Robert Lawrence Productions
  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rock Star about?

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 Ste...

Who directed Rock Star?

Rock Star was directed by Stephen Herek.

How long is Rock Star?

Rock Star has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).

When was Rock Star released?

Rock Star was released on September 4, 2001 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Rock Star?

The main cast of Rock Star includes Mark Wahlberg, Jennifer Aniston, Dominic West, Jason Bonham, Jeff Pilson.

Is Rock Star worth watching?

Rock Star has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 796 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.