August Rush (2007): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
August Rush is a 2007 romantic drama directed by Kirsten Sheridan, starring Keri Russell, Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Freddie Highmore. It runs 1 hour 54 minutes and earned $66.1 million worldwide. It was nominated for 1 Oscar. Critics gave it 37% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10. Stream it on Howdy, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 54m (114 min)
- Director
- Kirsten Sheridan
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is August Rush About?
The premise of August Rush without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In the vibrant setting of Washington Square, a chance meeting between a charismatic Irish guitarist and a reserved cellist sparks a heartfelt story of love and loss, intertwined with the power of music. Years later, their young son, August Rush, grows up orphaned and discovers an extraordinary talent for music. Determined to find his birth parents, he sets out on a journey, following the melodies in his mind and with the help of a mysterious mentor who becomes his protector and guide.
August Rush Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- love
- baby
- orphanage
- child genius
- brother brother relationship
- full moon
- search for mother
- pizza
- police raid
- orphan
- cross necklace
- getting to know someone
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- father unknown to son
- father meets unknown son
- cellist
- prodigy
- rhapsody
- genius
- composer
- church
- guitarist
- orchestra
- concert
- classical music
- harmonica
- listening
- search for father
- absent mother
- child protective agency
- skateboarder
- electric guitar
- san francisco california
- abandoned theatre
- wheelchair
- skylight
- rain
- composing
- music class
- minister
- subway
- music conductor
- gurney
- hospital
- whistling
- bully
- girl
- chase
- foster family
- friend
- violin
Where to Watch August Rush
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August Rush Cast
Keri Russell leads the cast, with Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Freddie Highmore. Directed by Kirsten Sheridan.
- Director Kirsten Sheridan
August Rush Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave August Rush 37% on Rotten Tomatoes and 38 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.4/10.
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IMDb 7.4 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 37% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 82%
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Metacritic 38 Metascore
User score 6.8
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TMDB 74% User score
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August Rush Plot Summary
What happens in August Rush from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1995, Lyla Novacek (Keri Russell), a dedicated cellist at the prestigious Juilliard School, finds herself under the rigid control of her father. Meanwhile, Louis Connelly (Jonathan Rhys Meyers), the charismatic lead singer of an Irish rock band, crosses paths with her during an unexpected encounter on the roof of a party. Despite their mutual shyness, a spontaneous connection sparks between them, leading to a brief but passionate one-night stand. Unfortunately, Lyla’s father forbids her from pursuing any relationship, severing their link.
Full summary
The whole story of August Rush, scene by scene
August Rush Box Office
August Rush grossed $66.1 million worldwide. $31.7 million came from the US and Canada and $34.5 million (52%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$66.1M
- US & Canada
- $31.7M
- International
- $34.5M
August Rush Awards & Nominations
August Rush was nominated for 1 Oscar. The 3 nominations come from 2 ceremonies, the most at the Critics' Choice 2008.
3 nominations2 ceremonies
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Critics' Choice 2008 2 nominations- Nominated Best Family Film
- Nominated Best Young Actor – Freddie Highmore
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Oscars 2008 1 nomination- Nominated Music (Original Song)
August Rush Trailers & Videos
The trailer of August Rush.
How Well Do You Know August Rush?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Cars in August Rush
23 cars on screen, including the 1996 Chevrolet Express and the 1998 Ford Crown Victoria.
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2000 Ford Taurus Minor role
August Rush Also Known As
24 alternative titles, including “流浪乐手” and “El triunfo de un sueño”.
- Also known as
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- 流浪乐手
- El triunfo de un sueño
- 어거스트 러쉬
- August Rush - O Som do Coração
- Der Klang des Herzens
- 八月迷情
- 声梦奇缘
- La musica nel cuore - August Rush
- Август Раш
- A szeretet szimfóniája
- August Rush: El triunfo de un sueño
- Cudowne dziecko
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- Звук срца
- Melodie mého srdce
- ריקוד לאור ירח
- Kalbini Dinle
- Η Μελωδία της Καρδιάς
- O Som do Coração
- 奇跡のシンフォニー
- 把愛找回來
- Cesta do New Yorku
- 聲夢奇緣, ოგუსტ რაში
- Огъст Ръш
- Muzika, suradusi mus
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August Rush FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of August Rush, each answered in a sentence.
How long is August Rush?
August Rush runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).
When was August Rush released?
August Rush was released on November 21, 2007.
Who directed August Rush?
August Rush was directed by Kirsten Sheridan.
More films by Kirsten Sheridan Who is in the cast of August Rush?
August Rush stars Keri Russell, Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Freddie Highmore.
Where can I watch August Rush?
In the US, August Rush is streaming on Howdy and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did August Rush make at the box office?
August Rush grossed $66.1 million worldwide ($31.7 million domestic, $34.5 million international).
How is August Rush rated?
August Rush has 7.4/10 on IMDb, 37% on Rotten Tomatoes, 38 on Metacritic and 74% on TMDB.
Was August Rush nominated for any awards?
August Rush received 3 nominations across 2 ceremonies.
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