A Cinderella Story: Starstruck (2021): Cast, Ratings & Plot
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck is a 2021 romantic comedy directed by Michelle Johnston, starring Bailee Madison as Finley Tremaine, Michael Evans Behling and April Telek. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes. Its Echo Score is 54/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Michelle Johnston
- Original language
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English
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is A Cinderella Story: Starstruck About?
The premise of A Cinderella Story: Starstruck without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Finley Tremaine dreams of a performing career beyond her small-town farm. When a film crew arrives, she's determined to get noticed by the lead actor, Jackson Stone. After an unsuccessful audition, Finley disguises herself as a cowboy named Huck to gain a role. She navigates a challenging situation while keeping her identity hidden from her stepmother and stepsiblings, hoping to achieve her dreams.
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck Themes & Keywords
· 39 tags- girl dresses as a boy
- girl in boy's clothes
- gender disguise
- female dressed as male
- crossdressing
- farm
- lasso
- horse
- horse chase
- pig
- woman wears a fake moustache
- reference to huckleberry finn
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- reference to mark twain
- female female kiss
- girl kisses a girl
- forced kiss
- mud
- covered in mud
- falling into mud
- unwanted kiss
- scantily clad female
- evil stepmother
- evil stepbrother
- evil stepsister
- family farm
- audition
- acting audition
- open call audition
- film director
- director
- fishing
- female protagonist
- farm girl
- farmboy
- actor
- actress
- film within a film
- making of film
- film shoot
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck Cast & Characters
Bailee Madison leads the cast as Finley Tremaine, with Michael Evans Behling as Jackson Stone and April Telek as Valerian Tremaine. Directed by Michelle Johnston; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Michelle Johnston
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Bailee Madison as Finley Tremaine - Michael Evans Behling as Jackson Stone
- April Telek as Valerian Tremaine
- Richard Harmon as Kale Tremaine
Also Starring in A Cinderella Story: Starstruck
· 6 more- Lillian Doucet-Roche Saffron Tremaine
- Matty Finochio Trevor
- Ricky He Kenny
- Dolores Drake Louise
- Karen Holness Bernie
- Derek Kwan PA
More from Michelle Johnston
More films directed by Michelle Johnston: A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish, Blurt! and A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits.
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 54/100, strongest in art & craft (65) and weakest in story & flow (45).
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, A Cinderella Story: Starstruck generates a divided response, with some viewers appreciating its upbeat tone and occasional visual flair while others criticize its uneven narrative and casting choices. Positive comments highlight lively performances and inventive cinematography, whereas negative feedback points to predictable plot points and lackluster chemistry. The film’s appeal appears strongest for younger audiences seeking light entertainment. Consequently, the movie lands in the middle of the rating spectrum, reflecting its mixed strengths and weaknesses.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 65
ART shows a split assessment, with praise for the film’s inventive camera work contrasted by criticism of its visual dullness. Some reviewers commend the dynamic lighting, creative angles, and a polished look that elevates the farm setting. Other comments describe the cinematography as flat, the editing as choppy, and the overall aesthetic as service‑level. The net effect is a modestly effective but inconsistent artistic presentation.
- Character & Emotion 55
CHARACTER reception is largely mixed, with enthusiastic notes on chemistry and performance offset by reports of flat acting. Certain reviewers highlight strong rapport among the leads and commendable emotional moments, while others find the protagonist’s portrayal awkward and the on‑screen chemistry minimal. This variability leads to a middling assessment of character depth and engagement across the film.
- Story & Flow 45
STORY draws both commendation for its fresh country‑setting twist and criticism for its predictable pacing. Positive comments note an inventive spin on the classic fairy‑tale and moments of humor that engage younger viewers. Conversely, many find the plot thin, the pacing sluggish, and the narrative reliance on clichés disappointing. The combined feedback positions the story as moderately entertaining but structurally uneven.
- Sensory Experience 50
SENSORY impressions are divided, with some reviewers praising the upbeat soundtrack and vivid color palette while others describe the audio and visuals as flat. Positive notes highlight catchy songs, lively musical numbers, and a bright visual style that suits the film’s tone. Negative feedback points to over‑processed vocals, bland scenery, and occasional mismatched sound design. Overall, the sensory experience offers moments of pleasantness but lacks consistency.
- Rewatch Factor 55
REWATCH potential is moderate, appealing mainly to fans of light‑hearted teen romances and younger viewers. Some users find the film enjoyable for repeat viewings due to its catchy songs and gentle humor. Others, however, cite the thin plot and lacking chemistry as factors that diminish replay value. Consequently, the movie may merit an occasional revisit for certain audiences but is unlikely to become a frequent favorite.
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck Plot Summary
What happens in A Cinderella Story: Starstruck from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
On a windswept farm in Dreary, Idaho, Finley Tremaine is kept busy by her stepmother Valerian Tremaine, her stepbrother Kale Tremaine, and her stepsister Saffron Tremaine. They saddle her with all the chores, make her sleep in the cold barn, and label her as the family’s servant, while she quietly holds onto a big dream: to become an actress. Yet the rumors of a big break arrive in the form of a famous actor, Jackson Stone, who will film a musical about Billy the Kid in Dreary. The family plots their audition, but Finley’s chance hinges on whether she can finish the endless tasks first.
Full summary
The whole story of A Cinderella Story: Starstruck, scene by scene
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck Trailers & Videos
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How Well Do You Know A Cinderella Story: Starstruck?
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Cars in A Cinderella Story: Starstruck
5 cars on screen, including the 2009 Dodge Ram and the Massey Ferguson 135.
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2015 Ford Transit Background role
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “A Cinderella starstruck” and “Külkedisi Masalı: Sohbet Delisi”.
- Also known as
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- A Cinderella starstruck
- Külkedisi Masalı: Sohbet Delisi
- Cinderella Story 6
- Cinderella Story 6 - Starstruck
- A Nova Cinderela: Superstar
- סיפור סינדרלה - להתאהב
- Comme Cendrillon
- Una Cenicienta moderna: Salto a la fama
- La nueva Cenicienta: Superestrella
- Comme Cendrillon 6 : Graine De Star
- 灰姑娘的故事:明星之恋
- История Золушки: К звездам
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- 灰姑娘的故事:明星之戀
- Povestea Cenușăresei: Lovită de stele
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A Cinderella Story: Starstruck FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Cinderella Story: Starstruck, each answered in a sentence.
How long is A Cinderella Story: Starstruck?
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was A Cinderella Story: Starstruck released?
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck was released on June 29, 2021.
Who directed A Cinderella Story: Starstruck?
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck was directed by Michelle Johnston.
More films by Michelle Johnston Who is in the cast of A Cinderella Story: Starstruck?
A Cinderella Story: Starstruck stars Bailee Madison as Finley Tremaine, Michael Evans Behling as Jackson Stone and April Telek as Valerian Tremaine, among 10 credited actors.
Does A Cinderella Story: Starstruck have a post-credit scene?
No. A Cinderella Story: Starstruck has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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