Entertainment Film Distributors today unveiled the first official trailer for Michael Gracey‘s biopic Better Man, which offers a dazzling, poignant, and singular portrait of British pop icon Robbie Williams.
Gracey, known for his visually stunning, emotionally resonant storytelling in films like The Greatest Showman, is the ideal choice to bring the complex life story of Williams to the big screen. With Better Man, Gracey will shine light on the on the incredible highs and debilitating lows that come with the territory of superstardom, inspired by Williams’ life and how he sees himself.
Starring Williams, alongside Jonno Davies (“Hunters”, Kingsman: The Secret Service), this fantastical musical will be filled with reimagined versions of Williams’ most beloved hits and most unforgettable live performances, each one expertly woven into a captivating narrative with the implementation of spectacular set pieces and stunning visual effects created by the Academy Award® winning team at Weta FX (Avatar, Lord of the Rings trilogy).
The extensive ensemble cast also includes BAFTA® Award winner Steve Pemberton (Inside No. 9, “Killing Eve”), BAFTA® nominee Alison Steadman (The Kings Man, Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse), Damon Herriman (Judy & Punch, “The Tourist”), Kate Mulvany (“Hunters”, Elvis), Anthony Hayes (War Machine, The Light Between Oceans), Tom Budge (“Bloom”, “Gallipoli”), and Raechelle Banno (“Home and Away”, The “Ruby Landry” Saga). The film also stars Jake Simmance (“Anatomy Of A Scandal”) as Gary Barlow, Liam Head as Howard Donald, Chase Vollenweider as Jason Orange and Jesse Hyde as Mark Owen.
Better Man releases in UK and Irish cinemas through Entertainment Film Distributors this coming 26th December, 2024.