The Rocker is a 2008 comedic film, starring Rainn Wilson, Christina Applegate, Teddy Geiger, and Jeff Garlin.
Plot Summary
The Rocker tells the tale of Robert Fishman, played by Rainn Wilson. Fishman was a failed, former drummer of a successful '80s rock band. For the past several years, Fishman has been living with regret and disappointment in not sharing the fame and success that followed his former band mates after his dismissal. Then one day, Fishman is asked to join his nephew's high school band. The opportunity provides Fishman with a chance to redeem himself in the music industry and with his peers. The gig also gives him a chance at a potential relationship with one of the band member's mother, played by Christina Applegate.
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- Rainn Wilson: Robert Fishman
- Christina Applegate: Amanda Wood
- Teddy Geiger: Curtis Wood
- Emma Stone: Amelia
- Jeff Garlin: Stan
- Josh Gad: Matt Gadman
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MPAA rating
PG-13
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Runtime
102 minutes
