Rock Star
2001, English. Directed by Stephen Herek.
The story of a wanna be who got to be.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 841 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Rock Star
Rock Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Stephen HerekDirector
- Mark WahlbergChris 'Izzy' Cole
- Jennifer AnistonEmily Poule
- Dominic WestKirk Cuddy
- Jason BonhamA.C.
- Jeff PilsonJorgen
- Zakk WyldeGhode
- Timothy SpallMats, Steel Dragon Road Manager
- Blas EliasDonny Johnson
- Nick CataneseXander Cummins
- Brian Vander ArkRicki Bell
- Timothy OlyphantRob Malcolm
- Dagmara DominczykTania Asher, Steel Dragon PR
Details
- Released
- 4 September 2001
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Stockwell
- Budget
- $57M
- Box office
- $19M
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Rock Star: quick answers
Is Rock Star worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 841 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Rock Star?
Rock Star runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Rock Star have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Rock Star. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Rock Star parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Rock Star is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Rock Star on?
Rock Star isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Rock Star?
If you liked Rock Star, try Metal Lords, The Dirt, Grace of My Heart.
Who directed Rock Star?
Rock Star (2001) was directed by Stephen Herek and stars Mark Wahlberg, Jennifer Aniston, Dominic West.