"The road to greatness can take you to the edge."

2014

1h 47m

8.4(16846 votes)

Drama

Music

Thriller

Overview

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.

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10 featured cast members

Starring

Miles Teller

Andrew

J.K. Simmons

Fletcher

Paul Reiser

Jim

Melissa Benoist

Nicole

Austin Stowell

Ryan

Nate Lang

Carl

Chris Mulkey

Uncle Frank

Damon Gupton

Mr. Kramer

Suanne Spoke

Aunt Emma

Max Kasch

Dorm Neighbor

Creative team

Directed by: Damien Chazelle
Written by: Damien Chazelle
Produced by: Jason Blum
Michel Litvak

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