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🎬 Title: Merrily We Roll Along

Hey, old friend? How do we stay old friends?

Story: Franklin Shepard is a gifted Broadway composer who leaves behind his successful theater career and friends in New York to pursue filmmaking in Los Angeles. The narrative kicks off during his peak in Hollywood and unfolds in reverse, revealing the pivotal moments that defined Franklin’s life. This is a live recording of the acclaimed 2024 Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of the musical by Stephen Sondheim and George Furth, captured at the Hudson Theatre in New York City.

⭐ Rating: 8 (8 votes)

📅 Release date: 2025-12-04

⏱️ Runtime: 2h 25m

🎭 Genres: Comedy, Music

🎬 Director: Maria Friedman

✍️ Writer: George Furth, Stephen Sondheim

🌍 Countries: United States of America, United Kingdom

🏢 Production companies: RadicalMedia, Sonia Friedman Productions, No Guarantees Productions, Chocolate Factory Productions, P-Cat Productions, Stephen Sondheim Trust

💼 Production:
| 📈 Revenue: $2,655,791

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👥 Cast: Jonathan Groff (Franklin Shepard), Lindsay Mendez (Mary Flynn), Daniel Radcliffe (Charley Kringas), Krystal Joy Brown (Gussie Carnegie), Katie Rose Clarke (Beth Shepard), Reg Rogers (Joe Josephson), Sherz Aletaha (Scotty / Mrs. Spencer / Auditionee), Leana Rae Concepcion (Claudia / Newscaster / Auditionee), Coby Getzug (Bunker / Newscaster / Photographer), Corey Mach (Tyler)

Editor’s note: Merrily We Roll Along (2025) is a compelling mix of Comedy and Music that prioritizes emotional depth over flashy elements. Maria Friedman skillfully maintains a focus on narrative clarity, prioritizing character development. The performances by Jonathan Groff, Lindsay Mendez, and Daniel Radcliffe are grounded and authentic. With a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes, the film successfully captures the essence of its narrative. While it has its imperfections, its strengths far outweigh the flaws. The tagline—“Hey, old friend? How do we stay old friends?”—perfectly encapsulates its theme. If this appeals to you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.

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