The Rise and Fall of Starboy
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Synopsis
An aimless, adrift video store clerk jumps at the first opportunity to become someone new - a chance to transform, to step into the spotlight, to become a STAR™. As he immerses himself in the role of STARBOY, he loses a self that he didn’t even know existed. It's about being an outsider, someone who never fits in, finally being given the opportunity to become someone who does.
Top Cast
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STARBOY
Sophia Zuzga
Ellis
Ward Willats
Mikey Mayhew
Liana Rostamian
Will
Manalia September Roeze
Jamie
Imogen Krause
June (Celebrity)
Angela Rangel
Amy (Celebrity)
Jessica Min
Paula (Celebrity)
Marty Lee Jones
Board Member
Donnie Wagoner
Board Member
Ashton Coons
Board Member
David Leach
Board Member
Err Shirley-Reuter
Barista #1
Kayde-Basil Perez
Barista #2
Riley Robin Hart
News Anchor
Ace Meyer
Opinionated Pedestrian
Woody Caroll
Street Reporter
Ella Banchieri
Talkshow Host
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 31, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$4K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jay Shepherd
- Screenplay & Story
- Jay Shepherd, Ace Meyer, Ruth Finch, Leo James Osborn
- Original Score
- I've Never Been Here Before, Ruth Finch
- Original Title
- The Rise and Fall of Starboy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Budget
- $4K
- Production Studios
- Straw Dog Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jay Shepherd
Jay Shepherd, Ace Meyer, Ruth Finch, Leo James Osborn
I've Never Been Here Before, Ruth Finch
Ruth Finch
Jay Shepherd, Ace Meyer
Jessica Min, Alyssa Lopez
Department Leadership Roster
Ruth Finch
Director of Photography
Jessica Min
Producer
Alyssa Lopez
Producer
Alyssa Lopez
Production Design
Megan Parkhouse
Costume Design
Mari Lopez
Costume Design
Jay Shepherd
Editor
Ace Meyer
Editor
Jay Shepherd
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Rise and Fall of Starboy.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rise and Fall of Starboy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Rise and Fall of Starboy about?
An aimless, adrift video store clerk jumps at the first opportunity to become someone new - a chance to transform, to step into the spotlight, to become a STAR™. As he immerses himself in the role of STARBOY, he loses a self that he didn’t even know existed. It's about being an outsider, someone who never fits in, finally being given the opportunity to become someone who does.
Who directed The Rise and Fall of Starboy?
The Rise and Fall of Starboy was directed by Jay Shepherd.
Who stars in The Rise and Fall of Starboy?
The principal cast of The Rise and Fall of Starboy includes Leo James Osborn, Sophia Zuzga, Ward Willats, Liana Rostamian, Manalia September Roeze.
When was The Rise and Fall of Starboy released and how long is it?
The Rise and Fall of Starboy was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 18m.
Who composed the musical score for The Rise and Fall of Starboy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Rise and Fall of Starboy was composed by I've Never Been Here Before, Ruth Finch.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Rise and Fall of Starboy?
The Rise and Fall of Starboy holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).