Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
2022, English. Directed by Eric Appel.
The world belongs to the weird.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 705 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Eric AppelDirector
- Daniel Radcliffe'Weird Al' Yankovic
- Evan Rachel WoodMadonna
- Rainn WilsonDr. Demento
- Toby HussNick Yankovic
- Jack LancasterJim
- Spencer Treat ClarkSteve
- Tommy O'BrienBermuda
- Arturo CastroPablo Escobar
- Julianne NicholsonMary Yankovic
- Diedrich BaderGrizzled Narrator (voice)
- Lin-Manuel MirandaDoctor
- Richard Aaron AndersonYoung Al
Details
- Released
- 8 September 2022
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Eric Appel, 'Weird Al' Yankovic
- Budget
- $12M
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Weird: The Al Yankovic Story: quick answers
Is Weird: The Al Yankovic Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 705 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Weird: The Al Yankovic Story?
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does Weird: The Al Yankovic Story have a post-credits scene?
Yes. Weird: The Al Yankovic Story has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Weird: The Al Yankovic Story on?
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Weird: The Al Yankovic Story?
If you liked Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, try A Mighty Wind, Bo Burnham: Make Happy, The Nowhere Inn.
Who directed Weird: The Al Yankovic Story?
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022) was directed by Eric Appel and stars Daniel Radcliffe, Evan Rachel Wood, Rainn Wilson.
What is Weird: The Al Yankovic Story based on?
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story is adapted from a myths, legends or folklore.