The Musical (2026)
· 8 ratings
Genres: Comedy
Released: 2026-09-18
Runtime: 84 minutes
Where to watch The Musical
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-02.
Overview
Doug, a frustrated playwright and middle school theater teacher, learns his ex is dating his nemesis, the school principal. To get revenge and cost him a Blue Ribbon Award, Doug secretly stages the most inappropriate play imaginable.
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Director
Giselle Bonilla
Cast
- Rob Lowe as Principal Brady
- Will Brill as Doug Leibowitz
- Gillian Jacobs as Abigail Morris
- Nevada Jose as Mikey Gomez
- Melanie Herrera as Lata Ramos
- Michael Strassner as Carson
- Aidyn James Ahn as Abel
- Chyler Emery Stern as Cindy
- Cayden Romero as Brian
- Lili Alice as Lili
The Musical FAQ
Where can I watch The Musical?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What movies are like The Musical?
If you liked The Musical, try La Belle Époque, To Be or Not to Be, Eighth Grade and Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life.