Focus Features has officially announced the casting of Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, who have signed on to star in the upcoming musical drama Song Sung Blue.
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Jackman recently starred in Marvel Studios' first R-rated film Deadpool vs. Wolverine, which grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide at the box office. He is also currently attached to star in the mystery comedy thriller Three Bags Full: A Sheep Detective Movie opposite Emma Thompson. As for Hudson, she will soon be seen in Max Minghella's dark comedy horror film Shell opposite Elisabeth Moss and Netflix's latest workplace comedy series Running Point.
"Based on a true story, two struggling musicians (Jackman and Kate) form an upbeat Neil Diamond tribute band, proving that it's never too late to find love and follow your dreams," the synopsis reads.
Song Sung Blue is written and directed by Craig Brewer, based on Greg Kohs' 2008 documentary of the same name. In addition to Jackman and Hudson, the streamer has also confirmed that Michael Imperioli, Fisher Stevens, Jim Belushi, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir and Hudson Hilbert Hensley are also attached. It will be produced by Brewer, John Davis and John Fox.
