Get ready to rock in theaters - British superstar and former Take That member Robbie Williams is bringing Better Man to cinemas. A pop star’s tale as old as time, the film follows all of the conventions one may expect from a musical biopic: a Cinderella rags-to-riches story of how a working-class nobody came about to be one of the country’s most iconic musicians of all time. But all the glitter isn’t gold. Williams would later learn that there is a price to fame. Every high has a comedown, just like his career. It’s a painful yet introspective journey the singer must undertake before he rises back again, cementing himself as one of the U.K.'s most accomplished musicians.
Instead of having Williams play himself in the movie, Better Man stars a CGI monkey to portray the singer. Despite the eclectic, creative choice, the film’s bold move surprisingly earned them a 90% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes at the time of writing. The film hasn’t gone unnoticed by awards season. With a record-breaking 16 nominations at the 2025 Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA), and a Golden Globe nomination for “Best Original Song”, Better Man is shaping up to be more than just some random musician’s ego project - it’s a genuine reflection of the singer’s long, arduous path to finding himself when everyone was against him. Without further ado, here's where you can catch Better Man in theaters and on streaming.
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Is 'Better Man' Streaming?
At the moment, Better Man has yet to announce its future streaming date. Considering that the movie is under Paramount Pictures, it is highly likely that the Williams flick will make its way to Paramount+ following its theatrical run. T
This was the case for previous Paramount movies, such as Smile 2, which became available to stream on December 3, 2024 - less than two months after its initial theatrical release on October 18, 2024.
Is 'Better Man' In Theaters?
Better Man is scheduled for a global, theatrical release on January 10, 2025.
Previously, the movie was released in select cinemas on December 25, 2024. Better Man made its official premiere at the Telluride Film Festival, followed by a screening at the Toronto International Film Festival on 10 September 2024.
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Check out the official synopsis for Better Man:
“Better Man is based on the true story of the meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and remarkable resurgence of British pop superstar Robbie Williams, one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Under the visionary direction of Michael Gracey (The Greatest Showman), the film is uniquely told from Robbie’s perspective, capturing his signature wit and indomitable spirit. It follows Robbie’s journey from childhood, to being the youngest member of chart-topping boyband Take That, through to his unparalleled achievements as a record-breaking solo artist – all the while confronting the challenges that stratospheric fame and success can bring.”
Better Man also stars Jonno Davies (Kingsman: The Secret Service), Steve Pemberton (Good Omens), Damon Herriman (The Nightingale), Raechelle Banno (Phenomena), Alison Steadman (The King’s Man), Kate Mulvany (Hunters), Frazer Hadfield (Casualty), Tom Budge (Candy), and Anthony Hayes (Animal Kingdom). Without further ado, here's where you can catch and stream Better Man.
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