Robbie Williams fans, mark your calendars—Christmas 2024 is about to get even more exciting. The highly anticipated biopic Better Man, chronicling the life of the iconic British pop superstar, is set to hit select theaters in the U.S. on December 25, 2024, with a nationwide release on January 17, 2025.
Directed by Michael Gracey, best known for his work on The Greatest Showman, Better Man promises to be an extraordinary and unconventional telling of Williams’ “meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and remarkable resurgence.”
The film, which is “uniquely told from Williams’ perspective”, doesn’t just focus on his fame and success—it also explores the personal struggles and challenges that came with life in the spotlight. From his early days as the youngest member of the chart-topping boyband Take That, to his incredible achievements as a solo artist, Better Man promises an intimate and revealing look at Williams’ life, with all the signature wit and humor fans have come to expect from the star.
Better Man is produced by Paramount Pictures, in collaboration with Sina Studios and Facing East Entertainment, and brings together an impressive production team, including executive producers such as Zhe Chen, Robbie Williams himself, and Markus Barmettler. The cast features Robbie Williams playing himself alongside Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton, Damon Herriman, Raechelle Banno, and Alison Steadman.
The film is expected to resonate with longtime fans and introduce a new generation to Robbie Williams’ incredible story. With Michael Gracey at the helm, Better Man promises to deliver a visually stunning and emotionally charged experience that transcends the typical music biopic format.
Robbie Williams’ fans won’t want to miss this unique, heartfelt journey when Better Man lands in theaters this holiday season. Catch the film in select U.S. theaters on December 25, with a wider release coming on January 17, 2025.
