

Focus Features has released the first trailer for Song Sung Blue, a musical drama starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. Based on a true story, the film follows a married couple living in Milwaukee who gain success by forming a Neil Diamond tribute band. Here’s the film’s full synopsis, taken from the YouTube description of the first trailer:
This Christmas, dream huge. Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson star in Song Sung Blue, featuring the iconic songs of Neil Diamond. Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians (Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson) form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams.
The film is directed by Craig Brewer, director of films like Hustle & Flow, Dolemite is My Name, and the Coming to America sequel, Coming 2 America. The film is also written by Craig Brewer. It is based on the 2008 documentary of the same name by Greg Kohs, which followed the real-life careers of Lighting and Thunder, the musical duo featured in the film. The film’s producers are Craig Brewer, John Davis, and John Fox. The film’s executive producers are Erika Hampson and Greg Kohs.
Focus Features will release Song Sung Blue in theaters on December 25th. The first trailer can be viewed below:
