Hugh Jackman & Kate Hudson Join Forces: Guess Who They REALLY Become in the New Trailer!
There are moments that catch us off guard—like when the stage lights flare and a familiar song takes us back to a time we thought we’d lost. The trailer for Song Sung Blue is exactly such a moment: Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, stars of glittering Hollywood, step into the shoes of an ordinary couple who live and breathe the music of Neil Diamond.
A true story, not just cinema
Song Sung Blue draws from the 2008 documentary about Mike and Claire Sardina—an unassuming couple from Milwaukee who built a tribute band called Lightning & Thunder. With nothing but love for Neil Diamond, they turned classics like Sweet Caroline into a shared joy for strangers and friends alike.
Hugh Jackman – not a superhero, just a man who wants to sing
In the trailer, Jackman’s Mike admits, “I’m not a star. I just want to entertain people.” Simple words, yet powerful. Behind the façade of fame lies the universal longing to share music, not for glory but for connection.
Kate Hudson – from movie sets to life’s stage
Kate Hudson breathes life into Claire, once a hairdresser with a quiet dream of singing. In this story, she is the heartbeat: strong, unpolished, and endlessly hopeful that music can redeem even the darkest hours.
A love letter to Neil Diamond
Neil Diamond himself may not appear on screen, but his music is everywhere. Cherry, Cherry, Song Sung Blue, Sweet Caroline—these songs aren’t just background; they are characters, carrying the weight of memory, binding Mike, Claire, and every listener together.
A date with dreams
The film will premiere at the AFI Film Festival in October 2025 and arrive in theaters on Christmas Day. A perfect gift for anyone who ever hummed a Neil Diamond tune in an old car or held someone’s hand at a crowded concert.
Song Sung Blue is more than a film about a tribute band. It’s about hearts that refuse to let go of their dreams. And sometimes, all we need is a familiar melody to remind us: the light is still there, waiting for us to sing.