Releasing on Jun 5, 2026
SummaryWhen Rick (Paul Rudd), a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) 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 every... Read More
Directed By:John Carney
Written By:John Carney, Peter McDonald
Power Ballad
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Universal Acclaim
82
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75% Positive
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Mar 16, 2026
100
It’s an earnest mash note to the power of music that resists over-sentimentalizing its sacrifices, or overstating its rewards.
Mar 15, 2026
70
Power Ballad continues Carney's long run of success with yet another charmer. Of course, it's easy to charm when you have Paul Rudd as your center.
Mar 15, 2026
42
Even with some perfectly fine comedic gags, Power Ballad can never overcome the emptiness of its characters and the equally flat, overlit visuals that make the entire thing look more like a bad TV episode than an actual film.
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Production Company:
- 30WEST
- Fís Éireann / Screen Ireland
- Likely Story
- Treasure Entertainment
Release Date:Jun 5, 2026
Duration:1 h 38 m
Rating:R
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