Overview: 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.

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 13th, 2026, and on Blu-ray™ and DVD on February 17th, 2026, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.

Blu-ray Verdict: Song Sung Blue is not merely a biopic; it is a melodic testament to how life can be a rollercoaster, hurtling us through loops of adversity that can only be overcome with grit-and a killer soundtrack. Accompanied by the music of one of the most beloved songwriters on this planet, the film transcends the typical musical drama to become something far more human.

Hugh Jackman is spectacular. We already knew the man could sing, but he does a magnificent job here, not just performing, but truly inhabiting the spirit of Neil Diamond through his character. It is a performance that goes beyond impersonation; he captures the very soul of the showman. Beside him, Kate Hudson shines in the role of Claire. She sings beautifully, but it is her screen presence that truly anchors the film, making every frame she inhabits that much more charming.

What is perhaps most striking is how the film dares to change rhythm and tone. It doesn’t adhere to a single emotional note; instead, it shifts just as life itself does-oscillating between stages of electric euphoria and crushing depression. It is a brave narrative choice that reflects the unpredictability of our own journeys.

Overall, this film was just a lovely, heartwarming yet heartbreaking treat, and a testament to the power of love, family, music and dreaming. A lovely surprise!

In conclusion, driven by a legendary catalog of music and anchored by two powerhouse performances, Song Sung Blue is a deeply affecting experience and thus I highly recommend is for anyone with a musical bent (and especially one that needs a new itch scratching!). [E.M.]

EXCLUSIVE BONUS CONTENT:
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

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. Song Sung Blue | Official Trailer | Universal Pictures Home Entertainment

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