Taron Egerton stars as Elton John, with Jamie Bell as Bernie Taupin and Richard Madden as John Reid in the musical biopic Rocketman.
Main cast
- Elton JohnTaron EgertonMain
- Bernie TaupinJamie BellMain
- John ReidRichard MaddenMain
Supporting cast
- Sheila EileenGemma JonesSupp
- Stanley DwightSteven MackintoshSupp
- IvyBryony HannahSupp
Guest & voice
- Ray WilliamsCharlie RoweSupp
- Dick JamesStephen GrahamGuest
- Linda WoodrowRachel MuldoonGuest
- ArthurHarley DurstGuest
- Reg (young Elton)Matthew IllesleyGuest
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About this cast
Rocketman is a 2019 musical biographical film about the life of Sir Elton John. Taron Egerton leads as Elton John, with Jamie Bell as lyricist Bernie Taupin and Richard Madden as manager John Reid.
FAQs
Who plays Elton John in Rocketman?
Taron Egerton plays Elton John; he also performed all the singing vocals for the film.
Does Elton John appear in the film?
No, Elton John does not appear on screen, but he served as an executive producer and the music is his own recordings.
Is Rocketman a musical?
Yes, it is a jukebox musical with fantasy sequences; Taron Egerton sang all songs live on set.
Who plays Elton John’s manager John Reid?
Richard Madden plays John Reid, Elton’s former manager and lover.
Who plays Bernie Taupin?
Jamie Bell plays Bernie Taupin, Elton’s longtime lyricist and friend.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026