Rock of Ages Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Based on the Hit Broadway Musical.

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Last modified: Jan. 2, 2013

Rock of Ages

Release Date: Friday, June 15, 2012 Theaters

Director: Adam Shankman

Starring: Mary J. Blige • Alec Baldwin • Tom Cruise • Julianne Hough • Russell Brand

PG-13 Musical 2 hrs, 5 m

3.85 / 5.0

76% WILL SEE 24% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: The story of small town girl Sherrie and city boy Drew, who meet on the Sunset Strip while pursuing their Hollywood dreams. Their rock 'n' roll romance is told through the hits of Def Leppard, Joan Jett, Journey, Foreigner, Bon Jovi, Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Poison, Whitesnake, and more.

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Who stars in Rock of Ages – Cast List

Mary J. Blige
... Justice

Respect, Trolls World Tour
Alec Baldwin
... Dennis Dupree

Rust, The Departed
Tom Cruise
... Stacee Jaxx

Digger, Top Gun
Julianne Hough
... Sherrie Christian

The Bride!, Burlesque
Russell Brand
... Lonny

Trolls, Despicable Me
Paul Giamatti
... Manager

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Parkland
Diego González Boneta
... Drew Boley

Terminator: Dark Fate, Eden
Catherine Zeta-Jones
... Arch-Conservative

Side Effects, Side Effects
Bryan Cranston
... Mayor

The Sheep Detectives, Kung Fu Panda 4
Malin Akerman
... Constance

Sabotage, The Numbers Station

Who is making Rock of Ages – Crew List

A look at Rock of Ages behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Adam Shankman last helmed Disenchanted and What Men Want. The film's writer Chris D'Arienzo last penned Barry Munday and Always On My Mind.

Director: Adam Shankman
Screenwriter: Chris D'Arienzo
Producers: Jennifer Gibgot
Carl Levin
Tobey Maguire
Scott Prisand
Matthew Weaver

Studios: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Company: Corner Stone Pictures
Maguire Entertainment
New Line Cinema United States

Production – What we know about the Rock of Ages

Key Facts

Adapted from the book and the Off Broadway play by Chris D'Arienzo. This musical will feature signature '80s rock anthems popularized by Journey, Twisted Sister, Joan Jett, Pat Benatar, Foreigner, Bon Jovi and REO Speedwagon.

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

May 2012

Completed

Changed Rock of Ages movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Dec 2011

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

May 2011

Production

Changed the movie production status to Production. The movie is currently being filmed.

Mar 2011

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Scheduled for a May 2011 start.

Dec 2010

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Tentatively set for a March 2011 start

Dec 2008

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned for sexual content, suggestive dancing, some heavy drinking, and language
Runtime: 2 hrs, 5 m
Tagline: Based on the Hit Broadway Musical.
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Rock of Ages Trailers and Clips

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Rock of Ages Release Date: When was the film released?

Rock of Ages was released in nationwide movie theaters on Friday, June 15 , 2012. The film was released in approximately 3,350 theaters. There were seven other movies released on the same date, including That's My Boy, Your Sister's Sister and The Tortured.