Cypher
“Fame is whack”
Synopsis
Cypher is a fictional pseudo-music documentary about the artist Tierra Whack and the conspiracy theory that secret societies run the music world.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-10-25
Top Cast
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Tierra Whack
Self
Chris Moukarbel
Self
Vanya Asher
Felicks the Cat
Brian Jordan Alvarez
Detective Brian Alvarez
Chris Anthony
Tina Johnson Banner
Bionca Bradley
Marigold Johnson
Natalia Leigh Brown
Self
Nick Canonica
Self
Zach Citara
Self
Jamila Curry
Self
Oak Felder
Self
Camille Lawrence
Self
Jesse ' J Melodic' Wendell Mapson III
Self
Johnny Montina
Self
Nyla Naveah
Young Tierra
Izzy Regan
Marketing Consultant (voice)
Kenete Simms
Self
Liam Speros
Marigold's Boyfriend
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysTribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 24, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 24, 2023
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chris Moukarbel
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Moukarbel
- Original Score
- Bobby McFerrin, Patrick Belaga
- Original Title
- Cypher
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Andscape, Permanent Wave, Marginal MediaWorks, NGW Post
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Moukarbel
Chris Moukarbel
Bobby McFerrin, Patrick Belaga
Matt Klammer
Ezra Paek
Johnny Montina, Kenete Simms, Anthony Seyler, Sanjay M Sharma, Nick Canonica
Department Leadership Roster
Anthony Seyler
Producer
Sanjay M Sharma
Producer
Tony Hernandez
Producer
Tierra Whack
Producer
Ezra Paek
Editor
John Hodges
Producer
Lilly Burns
Producer
Francesca Palombo
Production Design
Chris Moukarbel
Director
Roya Rastegar
Producer
Chris Moukarbel
Producer
Chris Moukarbel
Writer
Sapna Chhabra
Producer
Matt Klammer
Director of Photography
Bobby McFerrin
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cypher
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Cypher about?
Cypher is a fictional pseudo-music documentary about the artist Tierra Whack and the conspiracy theory that secret societies run the music world.
Who directed Cypher?
Cypher was directed by Chris Moukarbel.
Who stars in Cypher?
The principal cast of Cypher includes Tierra Whack, Chris Moukarbel, Vanya Asher, Brian Jordan Alvarez, Chris Anthony.
When was Cypher released and how long is it?
Cypher was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Cypher?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cypher was composed by Bobby McFerrin, Patrick Belaga.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Cypher?
Cypher holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).