For those curious about seeing a Broadway show but are unsure where to begin, many current productions are adaptations of beloved films and TV shows, offering a familiar entry point into Broadway. Experience one of your favorite stories reimagined live on stage! Additionally, Broadway fans who are interested in the origins of their favorite musical or play will find that many Broadway shows actually started on screen, making this a perfect time to explore the intersection of film, TV, and Broadway!
Death Becomes Her
Fans of the 1992 film Death Becomes Her, starring Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, and Bruce Willis, will find the Broadway show a thrilling continuation of the film’s dark comedic spirit. With its iconic stunts and stagecraft, and powerhouse performances by Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, and Michelle Williams, this show is a must see for fans of the film.
The film Death Becomes Her is available here with a Peacock subscription.
Sunset Blvd.
For fans of the 1950 film noir Sunset Boulevard, the new Broadway revival, starring Nicole Scherzinger as Norma Desmond, intensifies the film’s exploration of fame and ambition with a fresh theatrical vision by director Jamie Lloyd.
The film Sunset Boulevard is available here with a Paramount+ subscription.
Moulin Rouge!
Fans of Baz Luhrmann’s 2001 film Moulin Rouge!, starring Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor, will be swept away by the Broadway adaptation. Moulin Rouge! The Musical, has a gorgeous stage design that truly transports audiences to the iconic Parisian club. Featuring many of the film’s beloved songs, alongside exciting new additions, the musical perfectly captures the film’s bohemian spirit.
The film Moulin Rouge is available here to rent on Apple TV.
Good Night, and Good Luck
The acclaimed 2005 film Good Night, and Good Luck, tells the story of the CBS news reporter Edward R. Murrow’s and his efforts to expose the falsehoods of Senator Joseph McCarthy. Co-written for the screen by George Clooney and Grant Heslov, this stage production marks Clooney’s Broadway debut, making it a must see for fans of Clooney and the film.
The film Good Night, and Good Luck is available here to rent on Apple TV.
SMASH
Fans who enjoyed the drama and musical numbers of the NBC series Smash, will be thrilled to see that very musical come to life on an actual Broadway stage, featuring the same iconic songs like “Let Me Be Your Star.” This stage adaptation offers a chance to fully experience the captivating story and powerful music that made the television show a beloved exploration of the Broadway world.
The show Smash is available here with a Peacock subscription.
Stranger Things
Die-hard fans of the Netflix sensation Stranger Things who are eager to delve deeper into the origins of the series’ mysteries and characters should not miss Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway. This play reveals the history that shaped the world of Stranger Things, enhanced by eerie stagecraft, special events, and stunts.
The show Stranger Things is available here with a Netflix subscription.
Operation Mincemeat
Fans of the true story behind the 2021 film Operation Mincemeat, starring Colin Firth and Matthew Macfadyen, will find the Broadway musical adaptation a hilarious and clever take on the same incredible events of how British forces deceived the Nazis in World War II.
The film Operation Mincemeat is available here with a Netflix subscription.
Real Women Have Curves
Fans of the 2002 film Real Women Have Curves, where America Ferrera made her feature movie debut, will find the Broadway musical adaptation a vibrant and uplifting theatrical experience that captures the film’s spirit of self-acceptance and the strength found in community.
The film Real Women have Curves is available here with a Max subscription.
