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Power Ballad

Seen it?

2026 | 99 min | Comedy, Music, Drama

Saturday Specialearly rating

Why it’s a Saturday Special

It earned strong reviews (88% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it's still drawing plenty of interest, despite a box office flop. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Elvis or Almost Famous, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Funny with heart.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 39 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

When Rick, a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves - even if it means risking everything he cares about.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    88% on Rotten Tomatoes, 67 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.1 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    Award season hasn't happened yet, so this isn't counted.

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $3 million worldwide

  • Buzz & cultural impactStrong

    About 431K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by John Carney

  • Paul RuddRick
  • Nick JonasDanny Wilson
  • Peter McDonaldSandy
  • Marcella PlunkettRachel
  • Havana Rose LiuMarcia
  • Jack ReynorMac
  • Rory KeenanBinzer
  • Keith McErleanKyle
  • Paul ReidBernie
  • Beth FallonAja