Song Sung Blue (2025)

7.2PG-13Director: Craig Brewer

2025 American biographical drama film

Song Sung Blue is a 2025 American biographical musical drama film written, produced, and directed by Craig Brewer, based on the 2008 documentary film of the same name by Greg Kohs. The film stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as Mike and Claire Sardina, who performed as the Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning & Thunder. The film's cast also includes Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, King Princess, and Mustafa Shakir.

Song Sung Blue had its premiere at the AFI Film Festival on October 26, 2025, and was released in the United States by Focus Features on December 25, with Universal Pictures releasing in other territories. The film received positive reviews from critics and grossed $58 million. Hudson's performance garnered particular praise, and earned her nominations for the Golden Globe Award, Actor Award, BAFTA Award, and the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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What is Song Sung Blue about?
Song Sung Blue (2025) — Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together.
Is Song Sung Blue based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is Song Sung Blue scary?
Content rating: PG-13. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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