: Unable to find legitimate work, he begins dealing marijuana and becomes obsessed with Strawberry , a 17-year-old donut shop employee he hopes to groom for the adult film industry.

: After hitting rock bottom in Los Angeles, Mikey returns to Texas City, Texas, to crash with his estranged wife and mother-in-law.

Depending on your interest, "Red Rocket" can refer to several different stories:

: The movie is a dark comedy and "cinema of discomfort," serving as a character study of a charismatic but narcissistic grifter . Other "Red Rocket" Stories

: Mikey Saber ( Simon Rex ), a fast-talking hustler and former adult film actor.