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Creation Stories

2021·Movie
1h 50min
IMDb6.1Metacritic53–Rotten Tomatoes59%22%

Where to watch

PhiloAMC+Hoopla

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Creation Stories fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Melancholy6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy4

World

A real life story, everyday modern life, and show business

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score

  • Music Composition8
  • Music Centrality8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

One man created a soundtrack that defined a generation.

The true story of the rise and fall of Creation Records and its infamous founder Alan McGee; the man responsible for supplying the “Brit Pop” soundtrack to the ‘90s, a decade of cultural renaissance known as Cool Britannia. From humble beginnings to Downing Street soirées, from dodging bailiffs to releasing multi-platinum albums, Creation had it all. Breakdowns, bankruptcy, fights and friendships… and not forgetting the music. Featuring some of the greatest records you have ever heard, we follow Alan through a drug-fuelled haze of music and mayhem, as his rock’n’roll dream brings the world Oasis, Primal Scream, and other generation-defining bands.
Biographical DramaIndie Music SceneBritpop1990s CultureRock and RollDrug-Fueled MayhemShowbizPop Culture

Crew

Directed by:
Nick Moran, Sophie Kenny
Written by:
Irvine Welsh, Dean Cavanagh
Produced by:
Danny Boyle, Compton Ross, Ryan R. Johnson
Composed by:
Peter Burgis, Lilly Blazewicz, Rebecca Heathcote

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Creation Stories

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Creation Stories legally?

PhiloAMC+Hoopla

Creation Stories is included with a subscription to Philo and AMC+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Creation Stories worth watching?

45
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 53). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Creation Stories rated?

Strong languageDrug use

Content advisories: strong language and drug use.

How long is Creation Stories?

1 h 50 min

Creation Stories runs 1 h 50 min.

Is Creation Stories based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Creation Stories?

Critics56
Audiences42

Not quite. Critics rate Creation Stories higher (56) than audiences (42). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Creation Stories in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States, Poland.

In how many countries can I watch Creation Stories?

26AEATAUCACHDEDKEGESFIGBHKIEIT+12

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Creation Stories in 26 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.