From the Universal Pictures Home Entertainment press release:
Academy Award® nominees Hugh Jackman (
Les Misérables, The Greatest Showman) and Kate Hudson (
How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Almost Famous), in her Golden Globe® and Actor Award® nominated role, bring adoration and vulnerability to Focus Features’ inspirational love story
SONG SUNG BLUE, arriving exclusively on digital* platforms to buy or rent on January 13, 2026, and on Blu-ray™ and DVD on February 17, 2026, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Based on the award-winning 2008 documentary by Greg Kohs (
The Great Alone, AlphaGo), writer and director Craig Brewer (
Hustle & Flow, The Poor & Hungry) brings the remarkable true story to life by exploring the power of music and the timeless influence of iconic musician Neil Diamond. Boasting a stellar “A” CinemaScore and Verified Hot with a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, go backstage and experience the strength and perseverance that drives this unforgettable romance as the feature film adaptation comes home with never-before-seen extended musical performances and all new behind-the-scenes featurettes, diving deeper into the drama, humor, and Diamond’s timeless anthems.
Based on an incredible true story, Mike (Hugh Jackman) and Claire (Kate Hudson) are two down-on-their-luck musicians who prove that it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams. They form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band called Lightning and Thunder, rising from a humble garage to dive bar gigs to unexpected hometown stardom. When tragedy strikes, their love for each other and passion for music give them the strength to overcome hardships, rediscover hope, and inspire everyone around them.
Reminding audiences that music has the power to heal and unite,
SONG SUNG BLUE showcases emotionally riveting performances as Jackman delivers a transformative depiction of a Neil Diamond tribute band performer, with powerful vocals that combine heartbreak and redemption, while Hudson who gives a heartfelt and moving portrayal of a woman who discovers resilience through music as she navigates longing and adversity. The film’s star-studded ensemble cast also features Emmy Award® winner Michael Imperioli (
“The Sopranos,” Goodfellas), Ella Anderson (
Suncoast, The Glass Castle), King Princess (
Bottoms, Crush), Mustafa Shakir (
Ghosted, Emancipation), Hudson Hensley (
The Wildman of Shaggy Creek), and Academy Award winner Fisher Stevens (
The Cove, the Short Circuit franchise) and Emmy Award® nominee Jim Belushi (
“Saturday Night Live”). The film is beautifully co-produced by Emmy Award® nominee John Davis (
Prey, I, Robot), John Fox (
Game Night, Uglies), and Craig Brewer.
EXCLUSIVE BONUS CONTENT WHEN YOU PURCHASE AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:- EXTENDED PERFORMANCES: Crunchy Granola Suite, Sweet Caroline
- ONE PLUS ONE EQUALS THREE - There is no Lightning without Thunder. Watch as Hugh and Kate reminisce on their characters' love story, co-dependency, and their undeniable electricity.
- LIGHTNING IN THE BOTTLE - A love letter to the small-time performers, go behind the scenes with Writer/Director Craig Brewer to see how he brought SONG SUNG BLUE to life.
- EYE FOR STYLE - In this featurette, Costume Designer Ernesto Martinez reveals the art of storytelling through stitch and style.
- FEATURE COMMENTARY WITH WRITER/DIRECTOR CRAIG BREWER
*A digital purchase provides a limited license to access the content. See the retailer’s terms for details.
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FILMMAKERS:Cast: Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, Mustafa Shakir with Fisher Stevens and Jim Belushi
Casting by: Mary Vernieu, C.S.A., Lindsay Graham Ahanonu, C.S.A.
Executive Music Producer and Score By: Scott Bomar
Costume Designer: Ernesto Martinez
Editor: Billy Fox, ACE
Production Designer: Clay A. Griffith
Director of Photography: Amy Vincent, ASC
Executive Producers: Erika Hampson, Greg Kohs
Produced By: John Davis, p.g.a., John Fox, p.g.a., Craig Brewer, p.g.a.
Based on the Documentary By: Greg Kohs
Written and Directed By: Craig Brewer
TECHNICAL INFORMATION BLU-RAY™:Street Date: February 17, 2026
UPC Number: 191329286326 (US) / 191329286524 (CDN)
Disc Size: BD 50
Aspect Ratio: 16x9 feature video using primarily 1.85:1 letterbox
Rating: PG-13
Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian, Latin American Spanish
Sound: English (Dolby TrueHD 7.1 for Feature, Dolby Digital 2.0 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1)
Run Time: 2:11:38
Bonus Run Time: 00:26:00
This movie has a lot of great buzz about it. The characters in this story are from Milwaukee and well known in this area.
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