Weird: The Al Yankovic Story 2022
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SplatExploring every facet of ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic’s life, from his meteoric rise to fame with early hits like ‘Eat It’ and ‘Like a Surgeon’ to his torrid celebrity love affairs and famously depraved lifestyle, this biopic takes audiences on a truly unbelievable journey through Yankovic’s life and career, from gifted child prodigy to the greatest musical legend of all time.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as 'Weird Al' Yankovic
as Madonna
as Dr. Demento
as Nick Yankovic
as Jim
as Steve
as Bermuda
as Pablo Escobar
as Mary Yankovic
as Grizzled Narrator (voice)
Director:
Writer:
Eric Appel, 'Weird Al' Yankovic
Stars:
Daniel Radcliffe, Evan Rachel Wood, Rainn Wilson, Toby Huss, Jack Lancaster, Spencer Treat Clark, Tommy O'Brien, Arturo Castro, Julianne Nicholson, Diedrich Bader,
Genres:
Music,Comedy
Release Date:
2022 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
108 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Weird: The Al Yankovic Story
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
EA
Cast
as 'Weird Al' Yankovic
as Madonna
as Dr. Demento
as Nick Yankovic
as Jim
as Steve
as Bermuda
as Pablo Escobar
as Mary Yankovic
as Grizzled Narrator (voice)
as Doctor
as Young Al
as Salesman
as Teenage Al
as Kip
as Robbie
as Hipster Teen
as Police Officer
as Johnny Barf
as Jonah Barf
as Jeremy Barf
as Captain Buffoon (voice)
as Tony Scotti
as Ben Scotti
as Heckler
as Sleazy MC
as Mama Bear
as Bartender
as Pee-Wee Herman
as Tiny Tim
as Gallagher
as Alice Cooper
as Andy Warhol
as Salvador Dali
as Divine
as Wolfman Jack
as John Deacon
as Security Guard
as Oprah Winfrey
as Connie Chung
as Waiter
as Radio DJ (voice)
as Cone-Bra Dancer #1
as Cone-Bra Dancer #2
as Terrorist Diner Patron
as Kidnapper
as Guard #1
as Guard #2
as Mariachi Band Member #1
as Mariachi Band Member #2
as Mariachi Band Member #3
as Floor Manager
as Diana Ross
as Hulk Hogan
as Sicario
as Elton John (uncredited)
as David Bowie (uncredited)
as Elvira, Mistress of the Dark (uncredited)
as Kate Pierson (uncredited)
as Paparazzi (uncredited)
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