December 25, 2025
Extreme caution for older teenagers and adults.
Released
December 25, 2025
Director
Craig Brewer
Cast
Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Michael Imperioli, and Fisher Stevens
Directed by Craig Brewer, rated PG-13, released December 25, 2025. A feel-good drama about two musicians who rebuild their lives through a Neil Diamond tribute act, proving that second acts — and second chances at joy — are always possible.
Starring Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Michael Imperioli, and Fisher Stevens.
Music becomes a vehicle for healing after loss. The film celebrates found community, late-blooming dreams, and the ridiculous, wonderful bravery of performing your heart out.
Critical response is solid (80% Tomatometer), and audience scores sit at 85% Popcornmeter. IMDb users rate it about 7.1/10.
Pair the scores with the MovieGuide content breakdown and the source reviews linked on this page to decide if it fits your night in.
Music becomes a vehicle for healing after loss. The film celebrates found community, late-blooming dreams, and the ridiculous, wonderful bravery of performing your heart out.
Summaries based on each site's scores and typical coverage — open the source for full reviews.
Family content & quality
Entertainment quality ★★★★ (4/4). Family content -2 — extreme caution for older teens and adults. Advisories often include stronger violence, language, or adult themes; extreme caution is flagged for older teens and adults rather than young children.
Critics & audience
Critics land at a fresh 80% Tomatometer, with most recommending it for performances, pacing, or thematic ambition. Audiences largely leave satisfied (85% Popcornmeter). Open the full page for critic and audience quotes.
User scores & reviews
Users place it around 7.1/10, reflecting generally favorable broad-audience regard. Reviews there usually dig into performances, emotional payoff, pacing, and genre expectations—a useful counterweight to professional critics. Open the score above to read the full conversation.
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