Hollywood stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson are teaming for an upcoming musical feature film. TitledSong Sung Blue, the movie will be directed by Craig Brewer for studio Focus Features, reported entertainment news outlet Deadline. Hugh Jackman Hints Ryan Reynolds Will Join Him at Radio City Music Hall Concert 2025 – Is He Really Invited? (Watch Video).
The movie’s cast also include Michael Imperioli, Fisher Stevens, Jim Belushi, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir and Hudson Hilbert Hensley. Song Sung Blue follows the journey of two struggling musicians, played by Hudson and Jackman, who form a tribute band dedicated to iconic American singer-songwriter Neil Diamond.
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson Team Up for Musical Feature Film ‘Song Sung Blue’
Hugh Jackman & Kate Hudson will star in Craig Brewer’s musical drama SONG SUNG BLUE for @FocusFeatures
Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians form a Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it’s never too late to follow your dreams.
Based on the 2008 documentary. pic.twitter.com/Dkt0OwyCbW
— Rama’s Screen (@RamasScreen) October 14, 2024
Along the way, they discover that it’s never too late to find love or reignite their passion for life.
The film is based on a true story from the 2008 documentary of the same name directed by Greg Kohs.
Brewer, best known for movies such as the 2011 remake of Footloose as well as Eddie Murphy-starrers Dolemite Is My Name and Coming 2 America, has also penned the script for the film. ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Movie Review: Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s Fan-Pleasing Antics Ain’t Enough To Redeem Marvel Cinematic Universe! (Today News 24 Exclusive).
Song Sung Blue will be produced by John Davis and John Fox for Davis Entertainment along with Brewer.