Disney+ debuted the trailer for “Hamilton,” the filmed version of the original Broadway production, ahead of its global premiere on the streaming service on July 3, 2020.
An unforgettable cinematic stage performance, the filmed version of the original Broadway production of “Hamilton” combines the best elements of live theater, film and streaming to bring the cultural phenomenon to homes around the world for a thrilling, once-in-a-lifetime experience. It is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, this production has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theater—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education.
Fan Reactions
The year 2020 has been a rough one for most (if not, all) of us. With live shows being cancelled, having access to an award-winning Broadway musical streaming to our homes is worth getting excited about. Being able to see the original cast of “Hamilton” will be a highlight of the year for many people. Fans around the world are counting down the days until July 3rd.
the only thing i’ve been looking forward to in quarantine is the #HamilFilm July 3rd everyone! @Lin_Manuel @HamiltonMusical
— grace (@gracelisi0) June 22, 2020
Woooooowww I thought they only filmed one night of the performance…took them three days to film it!! This will be an epic film version for sure!!! I can’t wait!! #Hamilfilm @HamiltonMusical https://t.co/ok3g6uuFxp
— MAAN ⁷💜🩷💙 (@BTSxMaAn) June 22, 2020
Less than two weeks. There are people who never thought they’d see it, and will see it for the first time. Families will watch together. Kids will see themselves on the screen and create new dreams. I will absolutely cry, and I CAN NOT WAIT. Let’s go. #hamilfilm https://t.co/62UiTyUQZH
— Sydney Lipez (@syd10801) June 22, 2020
satisfied in hd… i am SCREAMING #hamilfilm pic.twitter.com/WtIA1Qirxh
— lauren 💌 (@lovemedleys) June 22, 2020
Filmed at The Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway in June of 2016, the film transports its audience into the world of the Broadway show in a uniquely intimate way. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and direction by Thomas Kail, “Hamilton” is inspired by the book “Alexander Hamilton” by Ron Chernow and produced by Thomas Kail, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jeffrey Seller, with Sander Jacobs and Jill Furman serving as executive producers. Filming was produced by RadicalMedia. The 11-time-Tony Award®-, GRAMMY Award®-, Olivier Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning stage musical stars: Daveed Diggs as Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson; Renée Elise Goldsberry as Angelica Schuyler; Jonathan Groff as King George; Christopher Jackson as George Washington; Jasmine Cephas Jones as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds; Lin-Manuel Miranda as Alexander Hamilton; Leslie Odom, Jr. as Aaron Burr; Okieriete Onaodowan as Hercules Mulligan/James Madison; Anthony Ramos as John Laurens/Philip Hamilton; and Phillipa Soo as Eliza Hamilton.
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