Rocketman is an upcoming 2019 musical drama film based on the life of musician Elton John. The film is directed by Dexter Fletcher and written by Lee Hall.
It stars Taron Egerton as John, with Jamie Bell, Richard Madden, and Bryce Dallas Howard also starring. The film follows John's early days as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music up to his eventual musical partnership with Bernie Taupin.
The film is titled after John's 1972 song "Rocket Man". An Elton John biopic was announced in January 2012, and went through several directors and actors, including Michael Gracey, Tom Hardy, and Elton's personal choice: Justin Timberlake. Egerton was ultimately cast as John in July 2017 and Fletcher signed on as director in April 2018. Principal photography began in August 2018.
Rocketman is scheduled to be released in the United Kingdom on 24 May 2019 and in the United States on 31 May 2019 by Paramount Pictures.
The film tells the story of Elton John's life, from his years as a prodigy at the Royal Academy of Music, through his influential and enduring musical partnership with Bernie Taupin,as well as his struggles with depression, substance abuse, and acceptance of his sexual orientation.
A musical fantasy about the uncensored human story of Elton John's breakthrough years.
Rocketman Official Trailer
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