Hastings Screens Song Sung Blue
A new musical drama about a Neil Diamond tribute act is coming to Hastings, starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. The film tells the true story of a married couple who rose to fame in the 1990s with their tribute band, Lightning & Thunder.
Dir: Craig Brewer
Cast: Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Michael Imperioli, Fisher Stevens, Jim Belushi, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir
133 mins · 2025 · United States of America · Cert 12A · English
IMDb 7.3/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 77% · Metacritic 61/100 · TMDB 7.3/10 · Trakt 76%
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 5 wins & 14 nominations total
The film, Song Sung Blue, is a musical drama that follows the story of Mike and Claire Sardina, a married couple whose tribute band, Lightning & Thunder, rose to fame in the mid-1990s. The story explores their journey, including their struggles with depression and painkiller addiction. The film features Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson as the lead characters, with a supporting cast including Ella Anderson, King Princess, and Michael Imperioli. With a runtime of 114 minutes, the film is rated 15 and is in English with subtitles.
The film has received positive reviews, with scores of 7.3/10 on IMDb, 77% on Rotten Tomatoes, 61/100 on Metacritic, 7.3/10 on TMDB, and 76% on Trakt. It has also been nominated for several awards, including an Oscar. Critics have praised the performances of the lead actors and the film's captivating storyline, with some describing it as a heartwarming story with inevitable ups and downs.
Viewers have also responded positively to the film, with many praising the performances of Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, as well as the film's beautiful story about family, love, and overcoming challenges. Some have noted that the film's musical moments, romantic and dramatic scenes, are well-done and enjoyable, while others have appreciated the film's inspiring true story.
Song Sung Blue will be screening at the ODEON Hastings, Hastings, on Thursday, 12 November 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. The film is part of a season of musical dramas, and its screening at the ODEON Hastings is a great opportunity to see this inspiring true story on the big screen. With its positive reviews and inspiring storyline, Song Sung Blue is a film that is not to be missed.
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What viewers say
patrickjkellyii · 8/10
This movie convinced me that all I need to be happy is the love of a good Minnesotan woman.
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decatur555 · 8/10
I did not expect to enjoy Song Sung Blue this much. It became even more powerful when I discovered that Mike and Claire Sardina were real, that Lightning & Thunder truly existed and that their story had not been invented simply to create another musical drama about overcoming adversity. Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson play two struggling musicians who meet when their careers appear to have reached a dead end and eventually form a Neil Diamond…
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thangcuoi · 8/10
I tuned in for the music and Hugh Jackman's singing, but this movie had so much more to offer. At its heart is a beautiful story about family, love, and overcoming challenges.
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Pr0b4blyB4k3d · 8/10
Incredible movie, but after going through all that trauma with them I will probably never watch it again. This movie had me gasping and panicking all the way through. Great cast, amazing story, and beautiful lesson. Live the life you love. (But also, always go to the hospital for injuries, especially one to that degree) Definitely recommend watching.
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matheus8329
Vindo de outra história biográfica (The Smashing Machine) que achei ruim, finalmente encontramos aqui uma história da vida real que vale a pena ser adaptada. Talvez eu seja suspeito em falar, visto que eu sou apaixonado por musicais e o fato de metade do filme serem apresentações de músicas do Neil Diamond completas, só isso fez eu amar o filme. Obviamente, o que foi bom pra mim talvez seja um dos principais motivos de crítica de outras pessoas,…
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hgram · 9/10
"Play free bird!" Hugh Jackman as a cheesy cornball + Kate Hudson as a ray of sunshine = 😭😭😭😭 This was exactly what I needed tonight. Is it just me, or does Ella Anderson look exactly like Taylor Tomlinson? Edit: THAT'S KING PRINCESS?? I HAD NO IDEA
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Nickg24 · 8/10
It's a shame such a delightful film like this didn't have more exposure upon its release. A heartwarming story with its inevitable ups and downs and very good performances from Jackman and Hudson.
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swanqueenz · 10/10
you'll hear about this movie, see it advertised, read what it's about, and think: nah, that's not for me. but trust me, it is! i'm not usually a fan of hugh jackman or kate hudson but boyyy did they hit this outa the park! kudos to everyone involved because the film has neil diamond running all the way through it - in sentiment not just in song - it has his compassion, his strength, his joy and energy in each and every scene. a legendary man who…
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