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Rocketman

2019 • 121 minutes
4.1
440 reviews
89%
Tomatometer
Eligible

About this movie

“His music inspires you, his life will surprise you,” Rocketman is a one-of-a-kind musical celebration set to Elton John’s most beloved songs. Discover how a shy, small-town boy becomes one of the most iconic figures in rock & roll. Featuring an all-star cast, this truly spectacular and utterly electrifying ride is filled with show-stopping musical performances and is “unlike anything you’ve ever seen” (Jake Hamilton, WFLD-TV (FOX)).

Extras

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It's Going To Be A Wild Ride: Creative Vision
7 minutes
The filmmakers reveal their passion behind wanting to bring all of the truth, love, laughter, pain and brilliance of Elton John to the screen in a living, breathing tour of the history of rock music itself.
Music Reimagined: The Studio Sessions
11 minutes
Taron Egerton shows off his vocal talents and musicianship that played an integral role in the film's authenticity.
Larger Than Life: Production Design & Costuming
8 minutes
Visually stunning with a unique style, Rocketman takes viewers into the world of Elton John. Hear from the artist that pushed innovation through groundbreaking costumes.
Full Tilt: Staging The Musical Numbers
10 minutes
Filmmakers reveal the imagery and storytelling elements that contributed to the state-of-the-art musical numbers.
Extended Musical Number: Introduction By Dexter Fletcher
1 minute
Director Dexter Fletcher welcomes you to never-before-seen extended musical sequences.
Extended Musical Number: Saturday Night's Alright (For Fighting)
4 minutes
Enjoy this extended version of Saturday Nights' Alright (For Fighting) musical number.
Extended Musical Number: The Bitch Is Back
2 minutes
Enjoy this extended version of The Bitch is Back musical number.
Extended Musical Number: Breaking Down The Walls Of Heartache
3 minutes
Enjoy this extended version of Breaking Down The Walls Of Heartache musical number.
Extended Musical Number: Honky Cat
4 minutes
Enjoy this extended version of Honky Cat musical number.
Becoming Elton John: Taron's Transformation
6 minutes
Taron Egerton discusses the key elements of being Elton John and what it took to recreate this icon for the big screen.
The Right Chemistry: The Ensemble Cast
12 minutes
Elton John and the cast discuss the friendships, both on and off screen that helped recreate defining moments in the film.
Deleted & Extended Scenes with Introduction By Dexter Fletcher
24 minutes
Director Dexter Fletcher introduces all of the extended and deleted scenes not seen in theaters.
Rocket Man: Anatomy Of A Scene
7 minutes
The production crew gives a breakdown of the logistics needed to create one the films most monumental scenes.
Rocket Man Music Video
3 minutes
Taron Egerton delivers a heartfelt tribute of Rocket Man.
Rocketman Lyric Companion: Sing-Along With Select Songs
121 minutes
Rock out with this fun sing-along version of Rocketman.

Ratings and reviews

4.1
440 reviews
sarana dd
November 24, 2019
I loved this movie and am not one of the biggest Elton John fans. I have always liked his music but not a TOTAL fan type. What I liked about it was it was done from what I thought was his viewpoint. An honest look at oneself and almost like one of the 12 Steps. Sure it was glamorized and hollywood-ized, and had sex drugs and rock and roll, but come on - at that time that is what he was into! So it was truthful. I did not think any of those parts were over the top. A little boy just wanting to be loved and accepted - at the same time one of the most talented performers of his time and now too. I am so glad he found his REAL life and is a happy man now. If I had the money I would go to one of his concerts now and I am 70 yrs old! The young man playing him was wonderful, such a good job. They all did, but especially him.
59 people found this review helpful
Canadian Eh
August 29, 2019
If you truly like Elton John and his music... DO NOT WATCH THIS MOVIE!! This movie forever molds Elton John as the epitome of a deviant loser. It in no way focuses on his actual talent, musc, and spirit. In true hollywood spirit of greed to get the dollar - hollywood focuses on the thing they think will bring in the most box office dollars... SEX DRUGS DEBAUCHERY AND DEGRESSION! Just a truly disgusting carnival of over the top efforts to shock and zap you with disgusting details. The music in no way pays homage to the greatness of this artist - and the musical dance scenes are just a complete trainwreck of a joke.
161 people found this review helpful
Cinny Lugo
November 18, 2019
I ADORE this movie. Not only were the actors a fantastic choice, especially Taron himself, but the way they portray his life through symbolism and give you an idea of what he's feeling is just phenomenal. The songs chosen to represent certain life stages both delighted me and broke my heart. This movie does indeed showcase the highest highs and the lowest lows of his life, and the emotions were real and genuine. This was very insightful into the life of Elton as he saw it and the fact that Elton himself had a large part in creating this movie speaks to its accuracy. Every time I watch it I notice something new and I just love this movie more and more.
18 people found this review helpful