Rocketman biopic on Elton John hits Italian theaters May 30
Dexter Fletcher directs 'Rocketman', a biopic starring Taron Egerton as Elton John, tracing his evolution from prodigy Reginald Dwight to global pop icon. The film features hits like 'Your Song', 'Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word', and 'Candle in the Wind'. It pays homage to John's 1972 song 'Rocketman'. John has sold over 300 million records. The movie releases in Italian cinemas on May 30 via 20th Century Fox.
Key facts
- Film directed by Dexter Fletcher
- Starring Taron Egerton as Elton John
- Tracks transformation from Reginald Dwight to Elton John
- Includes songs: Your Song, Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word, Candle in the Wind
- Title references 1972 song Rocketman
- Elton John has sold over 300 million records
- Italian release date: May 30
- Distributed by 20th Century Fox
Entities
Artists
- Elton John
- Reginald Dwight
- Taron Egerton
- Dexter Fletcher
Institutions
- 20th Century Fox
Locations
- Italy