Creation Stories (2022): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Creation Stories is a 2022 biographical drama starring Ewen Bremner as Alan McGee, Rori Hawthorn and James Hicks. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and earned $59,748 worldwide. Critics gave it 59% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 45m (105 min)
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- RLJE Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Creation Stories About?
The premise of Creation Stories without spoilers.
The film chronicles the intertwined stories of a young, defiant Scottish musician and Alan McGee, the enigmatic founder of Creation Records. As Creation Records achieves remarkable success, it becomes a defining force in British music, providing a soundtrack and sense of identity for a generation. The movie explores the raw energy and boundless creativity that characterized this crucial period in music history, and the complex relationship between these two central figures.
Creation Stories Themes & Keywords
· 42 tags- scottish man
- redheaded man
- 1980s music
- 1990s music
- impresario
- britpop
- rags to riches
- success story
- scotsman in america
- drug use
- drug snorting
- snorting cocaine
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- 1980s
- 1990s
- british labour party
- rock music
- british music
- british rock music
- record label
- independent music
- missed train
- music lover
- two word title
- british humor
- reference to u2
- domestic violence
- reference to david bowie
- reference to sex pistols
- father hits son
- father son conflict
- 1970s
- interview
- character appears on tv
- character appears on a tv talk show
- failed musician
- aspiring musician
- music gig
- rock band
- rock concert
- reference to pubic hair
- based on true story
- based on book
Creation Stories Cast & Characters
Ewen Bremner leads the cast as Alan McGee, with Rori Hawthorn as Laura McGee and James Hicks as Murray.
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Ewen Bremner as Alan McGee - Rori Hawthorn as Laura McGee
- James Hicks as Murray
- Irvine Welsh as Titch
Also Starring in Creation Stories
· 5 more- Leo Flanagan Young Alan
- Jack Paterson Andrew Innes
- Ciaran Lawless Young Bobby Gillespie
- Gerry Knotts Bobby's Dad
- Tess Rowe Nanna Barr
Creation Stories Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Creation Stories 59% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.1/10. Our Echo Score gives it 61/100, strongest in sensory experience (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (50).
Creation Stories Echo Score Breakdown
Creation Stories delivers a mixed cinematic experience that oscillates between moments of cultural vitality and structural unevenness. Critics acknowledge occasional lively scenes and a faithful period atmosphere, yet repeatedly highlight a thin script, over‑styled direction, and pacing that hampers narrative cohesion. User reactions echo this split, with one viewer praising the lead performance and another dismissing the film as poorly executed. The net impression is that the film offers brief intrigue but seldom sustains engagement.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 62
In terms of art and craft, the film shows flashes of period‑appropriate mise‑en‑scene and energetic visual editing, which some reviewers find authentic. However, many critics describe the direction as overly hyperbolic and the production values as stage‑y, reducing overall impact. The cumulative view positions the craftsmanship as competent but hindered by stylistic excess, resulting in a modest appreciation of its technical execution.
- Character & Emotion 68
When evaluating character and emotion, the lead performance by Ewen Bremner receives specific commendation for its naturalism, and a handful of scenes are noted as funny and affecting. Nonetheless, the script’s reliance on platitudes limits deeper character development. The consensus suggests the acting provides occasional resonance, but the surrounding material prevents a fully compelling emotional portrait.
- Story & Flow 55
Regarding story and flow, critics frequently point to a thin, formulaic script and frenetic pacing that distracts from narrative clarity. While some praise the film’s ability to capture a cultural moment and a user highlights an engaging biopic premise, the prevailing sentiment cites insufficient plot substance and uneven momentum, leading to a lukewarm assessment of its storytelling.
- Sensory Experience 70
The sensory experience benefits from vivid trippy visuals, rapid cuts, and a soundtrack that evokes the era, earning remarks of entertainment value. Yet, reviewers also label these flourishes as superficial and over‑styled, implying they mask deeper deficiencies. Overall, the sensory components are viewed as energetic and occasionally effective, though not enough to fully elevate the film.
- Rewatch Factor 50
Rewatch potential is questioned by several critics who doubt the film’s lasting cultural impact and describe it as unlikely to endure in the cinematic zeitgeist. A single enthusiastic user suggests personal enjoyment, but the broader critical consensus conveys limited replay value. Consequently, the film is seen as a brief curiosity rather than a repeatedly rewarding work.
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IMDb 6.1 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 59% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 25%
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Metacritic 53 Metascore
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TMDB 58% User score
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Letterboxd 2.8 /5
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Movie Insider 2.9 /5
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Creation Stories Box Office
Creation Stories grossed $59,748 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$59.7K
- International
- $59.7K
Creation Stories Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Creation Stories.
Creation Stories Also Known As
8 alternative titles, including “Культовые тусовщики [Creation Stories (2020)]” and “Культовые тусовщики”.
- Also known as
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- Культовые тусовщики [Creation Stories (2020)]
- Культовые тусовщики
- 创造社物语
- Creation Records - A történet
- Povestea lui Alan McGee
- 크리에이션 스토리즈
- 我們的英搖時光
- クリエイション・ストーリーズ~世界の音楽シーンを塗り替えた男~
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Creation Stories FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Creation Stories, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Creation Stories?
Creation Stories runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
When was Creation Stories released?
Creation Stories was released on February 25, 2022.
Who is in the cast of Creation Stories?
Creation Stories stars Ewen Bremner as Alan McGee, Rori Hawthorn as Laura McGee and James Hicks as Murray, among 9 credited actors.
How much did Creation Stories make at the box office?
Creation Stories grossed $59,748 worldwide.
How is Creation Stories rated?
Creation Stories has 6.1/10 on IMDb, 59% on Rotten Tomatoes, 53 on Metacritic and 58% on TMDB.
Does Creation Stories have a post-credit scene?
No. Creation Stories has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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