The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: September 26, 1975
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DeegoOct 26, 2013
If you are able to understand the bizarre surroundings, which combines the comedy and other things like music, then you will love it. is a unique film in its kind... Very good movie.
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ComandanteCobraAug 5, 2016
I watched it years back in VHS tape it was entertaining and original but nothing more...something was missing...a few years later I went to the Rocky Horror Show (the Musical in theatre not the Movie) and it was a blast! ....from that day onI watched it years back in VHS tape it was entertaining and original but nothing more...something was missing...a few years later I went to the Rocky Horror Show (the Musical in theatre not the Movie) and it was a blast! ....from that day on I became fan of the movie.
It deserve a cult status: if both the movie and the musical are still played for 30 years there is a reason.
Watch it with some friends to do some proper audience participation (throw back dialog, dance, sing along... even in your couch) it is meant to be vieved with company.… Expand
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NicoDaFlagburnaJan 30, 2011
Totally on the money as a representation of dark humour but time has aged this film and there is no denying that it is not scary. Tim Curry is made of the stuff of legends and he is the only bright spark in an otherwise slightly dullTotally on the money as a representation of dark humour but time has aged this film and there is no denying that it is not scary. Tim Curry is made of the stuff of legends and he is the only bright spark in an otherwise slightly dull experience. Wholly relevant but underwhelming and slightly too niche for my tastes. I am sure this works better as literature or musical. 72/100… Expand
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lasttimeisawNov 5, 2012
To celebrate the Halloween, inadvertently I found out that this perennial cult classic would be shown in cinemas with its original version, which prompted my belated viewing of this notorious B-movie tour-de-force for the first time, althoughTo celebrate the Halloween, inadvertently I found out that this perennial cult classic would be shown in cinemas with its original version, which prompted my belated viewing of this notorious B-movie tour-de-force for the first time, although B-movie has evaded my entire childhood and I have barely watched any the classics to which the film pays its overt tribute, but, the film is a satisfactory and daring musical with its campy costumes and music arrangement (a **** of Glam Rock-New Wave-Nu-Disco musical numbers and giddying dancing routines), a perfect option for its groupies and people who are repellent to horror genre in Halloween. There were a bunch of devotees inside the full-packed screen hall, but the sing-along spectacle didn… Expand
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gzayas91Dec 23, 2014
The awesome musical cult classic ever made. The characters are memorable, the songs and Tim Curry are freakin awesome. The best song of all time of this film is sweet tranvestite.
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JustSaganMay 21, 2014
This is by far one of the best musicals ever made. Its so weird that you just cant stop watching, the music is great, the acting is great, and it is very interesting to see how crazy things can truly get. I say its a must watch. Watch it withThis is by far one of the best musicals ever made. Its so weird that you just cant stop watching, the music is great, the acting is great, and it is very interesting to see how crazy things can truly get. I say its a must watch. Watch it with friends, and family.… Expand
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Rcavey92212Aug 2, 2020
What is there to say that hasn't been said about this masterpiece. It's the ultimate guilty pleasure that's so wrong it's right. It's definitely a movie that shouldn't have ever worked by any means but by some cinematic miracle it does andWhat is there to say that hasn't been said about this masterpiece. It's the ultimate guilty pleasure that's so wrong it's right. It's definitely a movie that shouldn't have ever worked by any means but by some cinematic miracle it does and brilliantly so. You know the story, a recently engaged couple Brad played by a sexy Barry Bostwick and Janet played by the iconic Susan Sarandon are traveling home from a friend's wedding and their car breaks down. So they head out in the rain and come upon a giant haunted looking mansion. Upon arriving they are greeted by a creepy and fabulous brother sister duo and than they meet the doctor a "sweet transvestite" played the charasmatic and timeless Tim Curry. Filled with amazing songs and an abundance of infinite creativity. Rocky Horror picture show is one of the best films ever made and should never try and be remade (let's forget about Fox's travesty). It's an undeniable classic of epic proportions and has one of the biggest and deserved cult fan bases of all time.

Budget: $1.4M
Box Office: $140.2M

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DeathToZepedaMay 30, 2019
This movie has been a part of my life for years and to this day I believe it still holds up. I'm not sure if its just nostalgia but I still absolutely love this movie and I believe that this has probably one of the best performances in all ofThis movie has been a part of my life for years and to this day I believe it still holds up. I'm not sure if its just nostalgia but I still absolutely love this movie and I believe that this has probably one of the best performances in all of cinema and the story and just everything about it is so fun and entertaining. The music in this is also absolutely great with exciting or beautiful instrumentals along with beautiful singing. I'm so thankful that this movie has entered that match and at any given moment I will absolutely turn it on. Thank you Richard O'Brien.… Expand
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bigj1415Oct 1, 2010
An amazing movie with many themes and messages. From the concept of pleasure to human worth this movie is truly a thought provoking interesting viewing experience. The music and wildness is also a plus!
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grandpajoe6191Oct 5, 2011
"The Rocky Horror PIcture Show" is a terrible example of what happens when you forcefully fuse different genres into one big pot. Nevertheless, the music is great and at least the film earns recognition as the 'godfather' of all cult films"The Rocky Horror PIcture Show" is a terrible example of what happens when you forcefully fuse different genres into one big pot. Nevertheless, the music is great and at least the film earns recognition as the 'godfather' of all cult films mostly due to a true crazy performance by Tim Curry. A fan boy must-watch.… Expand
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HalfwelshmanNov 1, 2011
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is best described as "high camp". That is to say, the film is a masterclass in gaudy costumes, flamboyant song-and-dance numbers and hammy dialogue - it's fully aware of what it is and is not afraid to exploit itThe Rocky Horror Picture Show is best described as "high camp". That is to say, the film is a masterclass in gaudy costumes, flamboyant song-and-dance numbers and hammy dialogue - it's fully aware of what it is and is not afraid to exploit it to the nth degree. Rocky Horror is far more than a mere camp-classic, however, it's an extremely clever semi-parody of cheap 50s sci-fi movies presented in the form of a rock-musical - there's nothing else like it in the world! The film has undeniably become a cultural phenomenon over the years thanks to its fanatical cult following, and it's easy to see why. The songs are catchy and easy to join in with, there's plenty of humour throughout, of both the unashamedly bizarre and more grounded variety, and of course, there's Tim Curry. He gives the performance of his career as Dr. Frank N. Furter - part mad scientist, part cross-dressing rockstar, and you can't help but smile whenever he's on screen. The creative mind behind the whole Rocky Horror project (both film and stage show), Richard O'Brien needs to be commended for bringing together such a staggeringly wide range of ideas into one (relatively) coherent entity - he's obviously an avid film fan, so he packs Rocky Horror full of references for cinephiles to lap up, but he's also a talented song and screen writer, musician and of course he portrays the decidedly creepy, yet strangely likeable "handyman" Riff Raff. You're carried along supping this strange filmic **** quite happily for the majority of the film, but it is in its last twenty minutes or so that Rocky Horror disappoints a little. It's almost as though everyone's run out of steam, and so we drift towards a rather damp and unsatisfying conclusion. Perhaps we were taken in by all the bright lights and fishnets of the rest of the film, but the fact remains that Rocky Horror's final act is its weakest element. That said, you'll hardly care if you see The Rocky Horror Picture Show as it was meant to be seen - with a group of friends, perhaps dressed up, and participating in the whole experience, especially the Time Warp.… Expand
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imthenoobDec 5, 2020
Honestly, I just don't get what the big deal is. The music is fine but the plot is kind of eh and it really wasn't all that interesting of a movie to me. It's definitely a niche kind of thing where you either love it or hate it. I just walkedHonestly, I just don't get what the big deal is. The music is fine but the plot is kind of eh and it really wasn't all that interesting of a movie to me. It's definitely a niche kind of thing where you either love it or hate it. I just walked away feeling very indifferent, especially after that awful ending.… Expand
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JuanoloApr 2, 2012
This is a bad movie. Probably give it a 3 and I'm surprise I'm giving them that. It just so stupid. They're nothing good at all in this movie. I dont see why you like it this much. Its so stupid. This is for the mental challenged. Don'tThis is a bad movie. Probably give it a 3 and I'm surprise I'm giving them that. It just so stupid. They're nothing good at all in this movie. I dont see why you like it this much. Its so stupid. This is for the mental challenged. Don't watch this movie. I'm Savin you here.… Expand
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XpansionPakNov 15, 2012
this movie was rpetty bad, at least i think. i don't know why it has an 8.1 here!! this movie has NO JOKES in it at all and NO SCARY either. your supposed to watch it in a room full of nerds who shout stupid stuff at it that is also notthis movie was rpetty bad, at least i think. i don't know why it has an 8.1 here!! this movie has NO JOKES in it at all and NO SCARY either. your supposed to watch it in a room full of nerds who shout stupid stuff at it that is also not funny. it is a ripoff of rifftrax but less funy.… Expand
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XpoonsionPookNov 15, 2012
lets do some detective work... you take rocky horror picture show. well obv all movies are picture shows and all scary movies are horror... all you are left with is "rocky." this movie is worse than the rockies that i have seen (regular,lets do some detective work... you take rocky horror picture show. well obv all movies are picture shows and all scary movies are horror... all you are left with is "rocky." this movie is worse than the rockies that i have seen (regular, Balboa) and much gayer.

only reason people like this is because other people like it and they want to fit in. there is a lesson here and that is BE YORUSELF… Expand
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ERG1008Oct 11, 2010
Couple at wedding, get engaged themselves, long drive home, take wrong turn & get puncture, stop at castle, gender-bending mayhem.
Richard O'Brien's musical which has caused students to dress up in underwear everywhere and do that bloodyCouple at wedding, get engaged themselves, long drive home, take wrong turn & get puncture, stop at castle, gender-bending mayhem.
Richard O'Brien's musical which has caused students to dress up in underwear everywhere and do that bloody dance!
It is very tongue-in-cheek, and the songs are well written, mostly in that early 70s style with a fifities feels that was going on at the time, although some of the acting a little wooden. Tim Curry however stands out oozing sexuality as the cross-dressing Frank N Furter & blows everyone else away whatever scene he is in.… Expand
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hoops2448Nov 1, 2011
Rocky Horror is definitely a film of two halves. The first half is a wonderfully chipper exercise in fantastical film making. The second unfortunately drags as the film becomes too wrapped up in making a point, be it through the music, or theRocky Horror is definitely a film of two halves. The first half is a wonderfully chipper exercise in fantastical film making. The second unfortunately drags as the film becomes too wrapped up in making a point, be it through the music, or the bizarre costumes. However the 2nd half doesnt stop Rocky from being one of the most unique, exhilarating films I have seen in a while with an opening hour that trundles along at a brisk pace to some loud and proud musical numbers too wonderful to spoil.
The best part of Rocky, even as the film turns glacial towards the end is Tim Curry. His portrayal of Dr Frank N Furter is so honest and electric that he lights up the screen. He is so incredibly fearless in his actions and his performance, its a pleasure to watch. The film strives for camp and achieves it but it also has great satire mixed in providing some hilarious moments. Overall the film is thoroughly original with some great comedy and musical numbers with a great lead in Tim Curry. It's only flaw is the last 30 minutes slow the story down so much it ruins the thrill given by the rest of it.… Expand
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Rox22Oct 25, 2013
I really want to hate this movie, but I those songs just can not be erased and are catchy as hell.

The comedy is feels a bit forced most of the time, but Curry, as, usual, give a fantastic and unforgettable performance (yet leaving meI really want to hate this movie, but I those songs just can not be erased and are catchy as hell.

The comedy is feels a bit forced most of the time, but Curry, as, usual, give a fantastic and unforgettable performance (yet leaving me feeling really confused at the same time.) However when the movie tries to have a serious moment, or just plain old exposition, it tends to drag a bit.

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For what it is and when it came out, it is surprisingly original. But it is the songs that steal show and make this the cult classic that is. Like I said before, I despise this movie. Yet I also really enjoy it. The movie leaves me feeling wrong all over, yet entertained.… Expand
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survivorfan989Jan 27, 2013
This film is odd, so let's just get that out of the way. It starts off a lot stronger than it finishes, and while it has some strong performances from the cast and some great musical numbers it's all just a little too left of center for me.This film is odd, so let's just get that out of the way. It starts off a lot stronger than it finishes, and while it has some strong performances from the cast and some great musical numbers it's all just a little too left of center for me. The whole 'alien' thing was a little unexpected and sort of throws the film off balance, as does most of the last half hour. Overall it will be remembered for those songs like 'Time Warp' but the movie itself is just plain weird and not one I would recommend.… Expand
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MovieGuysMar 19, 2014
The Rocky Horror Picture Show is zany, wild, unpredictable; that's what makes it a cult classic. Tim Curry gives a performance so abnormal and noticeable that you can't help but love his character, and the music and dance numbers are freshThe Rocky Horror Picture Show is zany, wild, unpredictable; that's what makes it a cult classic. Tim Curry gives a performance so abnormal and noticeable that you can't help but love his character, and the music and dance numbers are fresh and bursting with energy.… Expand
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mcdeanJan 5, 2014
This movie was the 70's to me and a lot of others, great rock and roll, outrageousness and great ballads. The cast is great, and the jokes still pack a punch, warning...this movie still will shock you!
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keemtJan 25, 2016
There's so much good, and so much bad, and so much that is both at once. Not a perfect script, but what's more shocking than the plot is the perfect premise of the film, which says more about humans than either characters' spoken words alone.There's so much good, and so much bad, and so much that is both at once. Not a perfect script, but what's more shocking than the plot is the perfect premise of the film, which says more about humans than either characters' spoken words alone. I've never seen a movie that is so charismatic in it's extreme weirdness, and it uses a main villain who is at once sexually liberating but hedonistic and maniacal. Like many other good movies, it ends by leaving a new view of the world on the viewer's mind, left for us to sort out the good and the bad. What kept in my mind after seeing it was that beyond the ridiculousness, there is so much truth in the film, which could be felt but not described until much more thinking.

Other aspects worth mentioning are the occasional great songs along with a mixture of movie "styles" that is if not unique, uniquely effective. This movie feels much better in retrospect than while watching, but the music or Tim Curry's acting can keep the fan going.

Despite the movie's flaws, this is probably one of the best movies ever made.… Expand
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loudrossFeb 7, 2015
the movie is almost plot less but its unusual use of comedy and music make this one watchable. The acting is a bit shawdy and the storyline doesn't really go anywhere that makes sense so I say watch it if you must.
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AmovieloverOct 28, 2020
This is the only movie that I have found worth viewing 10-20 times, although I cannot articulate what is so amazingly addictive about this movie.
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kyle20ellisMar 18, 2022
I have this on VHS, and it is one of my all time guilty pleasures. It has a great cast, a catchy music score and unforgettable satire on monster movies, like Frankenstein. If you haven't seen it already, give yourself a treat! I will warn youI have this on VHS, and it is one of my all time guilty pleasures. It has a great cast, a catchy music score and unforgettable satire on monster movies, like Frankenstein. If you haven't seen it already, give yourself a treat! I will warn you though, it is extremely silly at times, but that is all part of the fun. And I seriously don't care whether it's poorly made or not and I don't think so personally, all that matters is that it's entertaining, and that is what exactly RHPS is. The cast is wonderful. Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick do a great job as Brad and Janet, although I didn't know they could sing, which really surprised me. Richard O'Brien is solid as Riff Raff and he also wrote the songs. Also solid are Patricia Quinn and Peter Hinwood. The best performance, however, comes from Hollywood's most underrated actor, Tim Curry, who I must say looks hot in fishnets and heels. He has a great singing voice, that is always overlooked. FrankNFurter is a landmark performance, but Tim Curry has also done other great films such as Clue, Legend,Muppets Treasure Island, Blue Money and It. (which has his career-best performance by a mile.) Voiceovers include Captain Hook, Slagar, Hexxus, Drake, Forte, Von Talon and the Mouse King. The songs are so catchy, especially "Time Warp" and "Sweet transvestite" that I actually wanted to dance to the music, but I am a novice at dancing. The complaint about this movie, which is undoubtedly the best cult movie ever, no matter how many times it's been imitated, is the song "Science fiction" which is not in the same league as the more uplifting songs. Still I am happy, and lets do the time warp again! 9.5/10. Bethany Cox.… Expand
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AMFranckJan 1, 2017
“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is an iconic musical performance that won’t be easily forgotten. This risque cult classic won’t hesitate to thrill you, chill you, and fulfill you! It’s bizarrely dark humor is absolutely brilliant. Yet it's“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is an iconic musical performance that won’t be easily forgotten. This risque cult classic won’t hesitate to thrill you, chill you, and fulfill you! It’s bizarrely dark humor is absolutely brilliant. Yet it's painful ending hits me to the core every time. Tim Curry killed it as the unmistakable Dr. Frank-n-Furter. Don’t be afraid to indulge in this delightful classic. Richard O’Brien, we’ve tasted blood and now we want more.… Expand
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KingofdanerdsNov 10, 2016
Great musical movie. I really enjoyed this movie and after watching it, I am still singing the Time Warp. Tim Curry was amazing as well as Susan Saradon. 9/10.
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frederik1478Jun 20, 2020
the unique experience is enough to watch this movie, the songs are good the characters are unique, It feels like you are in a insaneAsylum all the way through and it is amazing
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KelvinSelimorOct 14, 2022
The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Scientist in a skirt. Don't try to understand this movie and don't try to follow the plot too much, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a very phenomenal movie that you watch without stopping, but you don'tThe Rocky Horror Picture Show. Scientist in a skirt. Don't try to understand this movie and don't try to follow the plot too much, The Rocky Horror Picture Show is a very phenomenal movie that you watch without stopping, but you don't understand anything. I consider it a great merit that this film did not gather dust somewhere in the distant 70s, but is known even 50 years later, this is the amazing Tim Curry and his Transvestite Scientist Dr. Frank-N-Furter. No matter how outrageous his image was, he made me not take my eyes off the next musical performance. The music in the film also deserves special attention, especially the main track, "The Time Warp".… Expand
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OrukayuJan 22, 2023
Making musical sci-fi movie of 1975. Differences create lesson in this film. According to his own era quite brave. Although not included in the Horror category in my opinion. A musical feast. Beautiful song from each other. Also dance showsMaking musical sci-fi movie of 1975. Differences create lesson in this film. According to his own era quite brave. Although not included in the Horror category in my opinion. A musical feast. Beautiful song from each other. Also dance shows are also great. But I can track any more. I do not think so. There are more than scenes containing nudity and sexuality. The film will have small numbers of fans around the world.… Expand
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DawdlingPoetNov 24, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is saucy, loud, perhaps brash but also...a bit of fun! its quite sexual and won't appeal to all but I can understand why it has a cult following. Most of the songs are catchy, not least the well known Time Warp song.

I imagine this was regarded as very risque when it first came out (so to speak) in the 1970s. There are obviously sex references, partial nudity and implied violence, although most of the content is quite comical (frightfully so!). As a bit of entertainment, its not at all bad, although it isn't necessarily the kind of film late teens (its rated 15 in the UK, which seemed about right to me - I wouldn't recommend it be shown to anyone under the age of 15 or thereabouts) would want to watch in the same room as their parents, shall I say!. I liked the settings, various rooms with some colourful items and such like.

My favourite scene featured a young Meat Loaf seemingly crashing the party, which didn't entirely go down well. It was certainly an amusing watch, one thats worth seeing.… Expand
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rwncopNov 26, 2020
Went into this thinking it was a horror film and I definitely had a shock. The film holds a very special meaning, which in 1975 wouldn't have been accepted, you could say it's revolution. It was something that people could watch and feelWent into this thinking it was a horror film and I definitely had a shock. The film holds a very special meaning, which in 1975 wouldn't have been accepted, you could say it's revolution. It was something that people could watch and feel accepted and then express themselves. I've got to say though, the story was really crazy, like if I was to explain it you'd think I was joking.

You could tell it was very cheap, but I was surprised to see some really interesting shots that were very experimental, in fact there was a lot of technical aspects that were very experimental. I thought it was really cool how the narrator was telling the story directly to us, breaking the fourth wall. The music was really fun, and I'm glad I finally got to see the "Time Warp" song. I didn't even know it was in this film, so I had a lot of surprises in this viewing.

Definitely go into this knowing nothing like how I did thinking it was a horror.… Expand
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MikeS159Jul 22, 2020
I really didn't like this film, but I am not a musical fan. Objectively it's a good musical so if that's you thing try it, otherwise give it a miss.
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keyboredworrierApr 13, 2022
Let's do the time warp again...
Let's do the time warp again!
Let's do the time warp again!
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JodywankenobiMay 27, 2022
A perfect movie even with all it's flaws. Tim Curry is excellent as always and the music is just fantastic. One of my top 3 films of all time.
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