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Bohemian Rhapsody

Play trailer 2:05 Poster for Bohemian Rhapsody PG-13 2018 2h 15m Biography History Drama Music LGBTQ+ Play Trailer Watchlist
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Freddie Mercury -- the lead singer of Queen -- defies stereotypes and convention to become a beloved entertainer; the band's popular songs lead to Queen's rise in the 1970s; after leaving the group to pursue a solo career, Mercury reunites with Queen for the benefit concert Live Aid -- resulting in one of the most memorable performances in rock 'n' roll.
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Critics Consensus

Bohemian Rhapsody hits a handful of high notes, but as an in-depth look at a beloved band, it offers more of a medley than a true greatest hits collection.

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Alessa Dominguez BuzzFeed News 04/05/2022
In trying to tell Mercury’s queer story through his straight bandmates’ eyes, the new Queen biopic ends up saying almost nothing at all. Go to Full Review Victoria Luxford BBC.com 03/14/2022
3/5
Like many biopics, it's a bit glossy when it comes to the darker moments in (Freddie Mercury's) life. but the affection for the music and the great man is absolutely there.. Go to Full Review Marissa De La Cerda Chicago Reader 02/29/2020
The film ends on a musical high, accurately capturing the essence of the band's energy but, despite Malek's best efforts, fails to capture the elusiveness of Freddie Mercury. Go to Full Review Calum Cooper Source (Scotland) 07/14/2024
2/5
Bohemian Rhapsody, the new biopic on Queen’s inception and fame, with a leaning on Freddie Mercury’s life, is a cinematic Wikipedia page. Go to Full Review Manuel São Bento MSB Reviews 07/24/2023
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With great chemistry, the cast delivers a lot of entertaining moments, both musically and dramatically. Brilliant use of an incredible soundtrack which culminates in an epic reenactment of the famous 1985's show. Go to Full Review Amy Thomasson InSession Film 04/26/2023
Rami Malek gives a mediocre performance of one of the most iconic rock stars of all time. I don’t envy anybody having to step into that role. However, when the most prominent thing about Freddie in this film is his hideous prosthetic teeth... Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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TIMOTHY M Apr 1 Thats the sweatiest and warm the audience ever got . You could feel the warmth. See more matthew h 01/18/2025 university of evansville magic, very good See more Anna 04/29/2023 This movie in theaters was a bigger experience than i can explain! See more HK1213 12/20/2021 Good to see what it was like seeing Queen's in the stage. See more David K. @BigDave3215 13h A movie full of a misrepresentations about the history of the band. Read about it. This is a joke. See more Gabriel K. @GabeKnowMovies Feb 27 Amazing performances and very well put together movie. Definitely rewatching! See more Read all reviews
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Bryan Singer

Director

Rami Malek

Freddie Mercury

Lucy Boynton

Mary Austin

Gwilym Lee

Brian May

Ben Hardy

Roger Taylor

Joseph Mazzello

John Deacon

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Synopsis Freddie Mercury -- the lead singer of Queen -- defies stereotypes and convention to become a beloved entertainer; the band's popular songs lead to Queen's rise in the 1970s; after leaving the group to pursue a solo career, Mercury reunites with Queen for the benefit concert Live Aid -- resulting in one of the most memorable performances in rock 'n' roll.
Director
Bryan Singer
Producer
Jim Beach, Peter Oberth, Graham King
Screenwriter
Anthony McCarten
Distributor
20th Century Fox
Production Co
Queen Films, 20th Century Fox, New Regency, GK Films
Rating
PG-13 (Language|Drug Content|Suggestive Material|Thematic Elements)
Genre
Biography, History, Drama, Music, LGBTQ+
Original Language
British English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 2, 2018, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 22, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA)
$216.3M
Runtime
2h 15m
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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