Rainn Wilson,
Christina Applegate,
Josh Gad,
Teddy Geiger,
Emma Stone
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The Office star Rainn Wilson portrays a drummer named "Fish," who gets a second shot at fame 20 years after getting kicked out of his band on the very night they signed the record contract that made t... read more
Directed by: Peter Cattaneo
Release Date: June 12, 2008
DVD Release Date: January 27, 2009
Stats: 2,976 reviews
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February 9, 2012
I saw this mainly for the brilliant Rainn Wilson and although I did enjoy it it wasn't quite as funny as I was hoping, or as it could of been methinks.
A slightly more mature 'School of Rock' type of plot which does work better with teens rather than kids but it just doesn't have... read more -
December 4, 2011
Despite the energy and charisma of Rainn Wilson, The Rocker, have just a few funny scenes, bad script and that show a waste of talent by Wilson, others good comedians and the director of Dear Rosie and The Full Monty, Peter Cattaneo. Rotten.
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October 13, 2011
Such an awesome movie. Rainn Wilson was hilarious (: The music was amazing and the other supporting credits from Christina Applegate, Emma Stone, Teddy Geiger, Josh Gad, Jane Lynch, Jeff Garlin, Fred Armisen, Bradley Cooper, Will Arnett and Jason Sudeikis were amazing as well. I ... read more
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May 30, 2011
A comedy for the rockstar in all of us
Very funny and cool movie! I like this movie alot because it's very funny and simply entertains which is key. Rainn Wilson is one funny guy, I knew he was a comedian but never saw his work and was pretty good. The cast was very good too!
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May 17, 2011
The Rocker is similar to School of Rock but to give it credit it is a very different film. Rainn Wilson is quite good I thought though he does go into Jack Black territory a few too many times for my liking. For the most part the humour is steady and subtle but now and again it d... read more
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July 15, 2010
Rainn Wilson first staring role. Despite the fact he's very funny, this is a not so funny film. This is a School Of Rock ripoff that has a bit more comedy elements in it, but it ends falling flat and never quit gets there. And the band in this film A.D.D sounds like Jonas Brothe... read more
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July 4, 2010
Cliched but more-or-less funny. Predictable, but with one good twist. If you miss this one you're not missing much, but it's brainless and kind of fun.
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September 26, 2009
Pretty lame. Nice to see Christina Applegate in something, but flat story, not that funny. Would not recommend it unless it was the only thing on tv.
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April 5, 2009
It's not quite as funny as I thought, and even though a good majority of what's onscreen has been done before in some way, shape, or form, this is still an ok and entertaining movie.
Critic Reviews
The Rocker has the requisite vomit, the view of some very unfortunate hind quarters and the suds. It's also got a vein of sweetness and charm. Full Review
The melody of The Rocker feels predictable but the beat is refreshingly off-kilter. Full Review
The film equivalent of an inoffensive throwaway track, what we used to call a B-side, back in the days of Vesuvius. Full Review
The conflicts that arise are highly predictable. But there are plenty of funny moments, as well as a sweet subplot involving the unkempt drummer and the guitarist's no-nonsense mom. Full Review
A grubby little redemption comedy that in every way feels like a consignment-shop Jack Black vehicle. Full Review
If only the movie had some bite, some edge, some anger, some insight. Instead it's generic, staying far away from the darker temptations of the rock scene. Full Review
The Rocker is an amiable comedy, so efficiently constructed that you can practically see the computer software on how to write comedy screenplays at work. Nonetheless it is an enjoyable construction. Full Review
The Rocker feels safe, a long way from the cutting edge, a PG guy in a PG-13 movie, a comedy with too much 'parental guidance' to be rock 'n' roll. Full Review
If this isn't the laugh riot of the year, it's still a pleasant surprise, particularly for teen audiences. And in comedy seasons like this one, that's sometimes more than enough. Full Review
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