biopic

/ˈbaɪoʊpɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A film that is based on the life of a particular person or people.

“The biopic about Martin Luther King Jr. received widespread critical acclaim.”

2. noun

A film genre that dramatizes the life of a real person or people.

“The biopic industry has grown significantly in recent years.”

Synonyms

  • bio
  • biographical film