Song Sung Blue
Seen it?2025 | 133 min | Music, Romance, Drama
Saturday SpecialWhy it’s a Saturday Special
People are still talking about it, it earned strong reviews (77% on Rotten Tomatoes) and audiences rate it highly (7.3 out of 10), despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics.
- The mood
- Warm and romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 13 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.
- It picked up 1 Razzie, the "worst of the year" awards.
Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it's never too late to find love and follow your dreams.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
77% on Rotten Tomatoes, 61 on Metacritic
- AudiencesStrong
7.3 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 1 Oscar, 1 Golden Globe and 1 BAFTA.. Plus: "Won" 1 Razzie, the "worst of the year" awards.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$58 million worldwide on a $30 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 1.6 million people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Craig Brewer
- Hugh JackmanMike Sardina
- Kate HudsonClaire Sardina
- Michael ImperioliMark Shurilla
- Fisher StevensDr. Dave Watson
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