The best movies about fictional musicians

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'8 Mile' (2002) - While loosely based on the life of Eminem, '8 Mile' is mostly fiction. The movie follows rapper B-Rabbit and his struggle to make it.

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'A Star is Born' (2018) - The hit movie starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga tells the tale of fictional musicians Jackson Maine and Ally.

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'Dreamgirls' (2006) - While loosely inspired on Diana Ross and the Supremes, the movie is about a fictional group.

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'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' (2010) - The movie is about Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera) and his band, Sex Bob-Omb.

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'Frank' (2014) - Frank, played by Michael Fassbender, is a talented musician who suffers from mental health issues and wears a giant fake head.

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'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' (2001) - 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' tells the story of a transgender rock singer and her search for success and love.

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'Crazy Heart' (2009) - This movie is about fallen country star Otis “Bad” Blake. The Oscar-winning performance by Jeff Bridges makes 'Crazy Heart' a must-watch.

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'That Thing You Do!' (1996) - Tom Hanks' directorial debut (he also stars in the film) bring us the story of the band Oneders.

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'A Mighty Wind' (2003) - Three folk bands reunite for the first time in many years for a tribute concert following the death of their manager.

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'Velvet Goldmine' (1998) - Starring the likes of Ewan McGregor, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, and Christian Bale, this movie is about the glam rock star Brian Slade.

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'Top Secret!' (1984) - Is he a rock and roll star? Is he a spy? Val Kilmer as Nick Rivers is really entertaining to watch, that's for sure!

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'Eddie and the Cruisers' (1983) - The movie revolves around the mysterious disappearance of rock star Eddie Wilson. 

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