Fyre (2019): Cast & Ratings
Fyre is a 2019 music documentary directed by Chris Smith, starring Ja Rule, Billy McFarland and Gabrielle Bluestone. It runs 1 hour 37 minutes. Critics gave it 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.2/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 37m (97 min)
- Director
- Chris Smith
- Genres
- Music , Documentary
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Netflix
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Fyre About?
The premise of Fyre without spoilers.
This documentary examines the rise and fall of the Fyre Music Festival, a luxury event initially promoted as an unparalleled experience. It chronicles the festival's conception, the extravagant marketing that drew in investors and attendees, and the ultimate chaotic reality as the event crumbled. The film exposes the deceptive practices and logistical failures that led to the festival's catastrophic collapse, revealing the dark side of the music festival industry.
Fyre Themes & Keywords
· 21 tags- behind the scenes
- cigar smoking
- crime documentary
- music festival
- island
- fraud
- criminal
- gambler
- gay
- model
- marketing
- festival
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- fail
- false advertising
- social media
- influencer
- scam
- bahamas
- female model
- female models
- reference to sex
Fyre Cast
Ja Rule leads the cast, with Billy McFarland and Gabrielle Bluestone. Directed by Chris Smith; 14 actors are credited in all.
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Director Chris Smith
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Billy McFarland as themselves -
Gabrielle Bluestone as themselves - J.R.
Also Starring in Fyre
· 10 more- Andy King Themselves
- Jason Bell Themselves
- Brett Kincaid Themselves
- Marc Weinstein Themselves
- Mdavid Low Themselves
- Michael Ciccarelli Themselves
- Samuel Krost Themselves
- Shiyuan Deng Themselves
- Seth Crossno
- Mary Ann Rolle
More from Chris Smith
More films directed by Chris Smith, best-rated first: American Movie, Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal, Collapse and The Pool.
Fyre Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Fyre 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 77/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).
Fyre Echo Score Breakdown
Overall, Fyre strikes a balance between polished storytelling and partial insight into its central figures. The documentary earns praise for its cohesive narrative structure, clear chronology, and visually engaging presentation, but it also draws criticism for limited character exploration and occasional pacing lulls. Viewers appreciate the revealing account of the festival’s buildup and collapse, even if the emotional resonance is somewhat restrained. In summation, the film delivers a compelling factual examination of the Fyre Festival but stops short of a fully immersive character study.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 85
In terms of visual craft, the documentary delivers polished and engaging cinematography. Reviewers commend the direction for contrasting the festival’s glossy marketing imagery with raw behind-the-scenes chaos. Users also note the clear, professional framing and cohesive editing that maintain clarity throughout. In sum, the artful presentation significantly elevates the film’s immersive quality.
- Character & Emotion 60
When it comes to character and emotional depth, the documentary offers only partial insight. Several critiques point out a lack of personal background on the festival’s architects, leaving motivations largely unexplored. Others acknowledge fleeting glimpses into Billy McFarland’s persona but note that emotional resonance remains limited. Overall, the film provides surface-level character study without fully developing individual perspectives.
- Story & Flow 80
Story development is handled with measured pacing and a clear narrative structure. Observers praise the film’s coherent chronology of events, tracing the build-up, collapse, and aftermath of the festival. The investigative focus is noted for revealing new details and maintaining engagement, even if occasional slow moments appear early on. In conclusion, the storyline presents a compelling and informative account of the Fyre Festival saga.
- Sensory Experience 75
In terms of sensory experience, the documentary combines an effective visual style with judicious audio design. Critics highlight the juxtaposition of energetic soundtrack choices against stark narration, while users appreciate moments of ambient sound that underscore the tension. The production’s sound mixing supports clarity, and the visual cohesion aligns with the film’s investigative tone. Overall, the sensory elements reinforce the documentary’s immersive appeal.
- Rewatch Factor 60
The rewatch factor proves moderate throughout. Many viewers find initial insights compelling, but subsequent viewings may reveal fewer new revelations beyond the central scandal. While the documentary’s clear structure aids recall, the film’s focus on factual unfolding rather than thematic depth limits long-term replay value. Ultimately, it retains some appeal for genre enthusiasts but offers limited fresh engagement over multiple watches.
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IMDb 7.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 93% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 86%
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Metacritic 75 Metascore
User score 7.6
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TMDB 69% User score
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Letterboxd 4.4 /5
69K ratings
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Fyre Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Fyre.
Fyre Also Known As
41 alternative titles, including “燃烧的女子肖像” and “浴火的少女画像”.
- Also known as
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- 燃烧的女子肖像
- 浴火的少女画像
- 燃烧女子的画像
- 火吻女孩的肖像
- ภาพฝันของฉันคือเธอ
- Alev Almış Bir Genç Kızın Portresi
- Retrato de uma Jovem em Chamas
- Lēdijas portrets ugunī
- Portrett av en kvinne i flammer
- 타오르는 여인의 초상
- Portret kobiety w ogniu
- Porträtt av en kvinna i brand
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- Retrato de Uma Rapariga em Chamas
- Retrato de una mujer en llamas
- تکچهره بانویی در آتش
- Աղջկա դիմանկարը կրակի մեջ
- Ritratto della giovane in fiamme
- Портрет девушки в огне
- Портрет дівчини у вогні
- Nuoren naisen muotokuva
- Το Πορτρέτο μιας Γυναίκας που Φλέγεται
- Портрет на момиче в пламъци
- Portrét dívky v plamenech
- Porträt einer jungen Frau in Flammen
- 燃烧女子的肖像
- דיוקן של נערה עולה באש
- Portrét ženy v plameňoch
- Портрет девојке у ватри
- Portré a lángoló fiatal lányról
- Retrato da Rapariga em Chamas
- 浴火 的少女畫像
- 燃燒女子的畫像
- Portræt af en kvinde i flammer
- Liepsnojančios moters portretas
- Portretul unei femei în flăcări
- Chân Dung Cô Gái Trên Ngọn Lửa
- 燃ゆる女の肖像
- Portret mladenke v ognju
- Retrat d’una dona en flames
- Portret djevojke u plamenu
- Põleva tütarlapse portree
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Fyre FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Fyre, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Fyre?
Fyre runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).
When was Fyre released?
Fyre was released on January 18, 2019.
Who directed Fyre?
Fyre was directed by Chris Smith.
More films by Chris Smith Who is in the cast of Fyre?
Fyre stars Ja Rule, Billy McFarland and Gabrielle Bluestone, among 14 credited actors.
How is Fyre rated?
Fyre has 7.2/10 on IMDb, 93% on Rotten Tomatoes, 75 on Metacritic and 69% on TMDB.
Does Fyre have a post-credit scene?
No. Fyre has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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