Almost Famous

~Experience it. Enjoy it. Just don't fall for it.

Overview

In 1973, 15-year-old William Miller's unabashed love of music and aspiration to become a rock journalist lands him an assignment from Rolling Stone magazine to interview and tour with the up-and-coming band, Stillwater.

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General Information

Release Date: 2000-09-15
Budget: $60000000
Revenue: $47386287
Runtime: 124 min

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