• Short Title: Song Sung Blue (2026)
Characters sing together in a musical scene from Song Sung Blue (2025)
Characters sing together in a musical scene from Song Sung Blue (2025)

When does Song Sung Blue premiere?

The film will have a limited theatrical release in the United States on December 25, 2025, aiming for awards season. In Brazil, its theatrical debut is expected for January 2026, bringing audiences a story of passion, dreams, and artistic challenges.

What is the film about?

The story follows Lightning & Thunder, a Neil Diamond cover band formed by a couple struggling to keep not only the music alive, but their relationship as well. Between tours, financial hardship, and personal crises, they find onstage a way to persevere and seek meaning.

More than a biographical tale, Song Sung Blue is about hope, forgiveness, and the power of art, showing how music can sustain broken lives and rekindle human connection.

Confirmed cast

  • Hugh Jackman
  • Kate Hudson
  • Michael Imperioli
  • Fisher Stevens
  • Jim Belushi
  • Ella Anderson
  • King Princess
  • Mustafa Shakir
  • Hudson Hilbert Hensley

Direction

The film is directed by Craig Brewer (Hustle & Flow, Dolemite Is My Name), who also co-wrote the screenplay, bringing his signature blend of music, emotion, and intense character-driven storytelling.

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Expectations

Song Sung Blue arrives with the promise of being more than a story about music — it is a reflection on resilience and companionship. The chemistry between Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson is set to be the emotional core of the film, while Craig Brewer’s direction adds energy and heartfelt storytelling typical of his work. All signs point to a strong contender for the upcoming awards season.