Parijat Ghosh 
Grab your tissues and your most dramatic friend — Merrily We Roll Along (Broadway) is officially rolling into movie theaters this December. The hit Broadway musical, celebrated for its backwards-told story of ambition, friendship, and heartbreak, will soon be experienced by audiences worldwide. But here’s the twist: this isn’t a “remake.” It’s the actual Broadway production, captured live with its full cast and creative team, giving fans a front-row seat — minus the pricey tickets and mid-show coughing fits.
Sony Pictures Classics and Fathom Entertainment will release the Merrily We Roll Along filmed stage version on December 5, 2025, turning one of Broadway’s biggest triumphs into a cinematic event. Please don’t confuse it with Richard Linklater’s 20 year long ambitious undertaking – you can read about Linklater’s Merrily We Roll Along here.
A Story That Rewinds Through Friendship and Fame
At its heart, Merrily We Roll Along explores how dreams, ambition, and friendship evolve over time — except, it tells the story in reverse. We begin with broken bonds and regret, then travel back to youthful optimism and creative spark.
This reverse timeline isn’t just a gimmick — it hits hard. Each scene peels back another layer, showing how choices made in passion or pride shaped the downfall we witnessed moments before. It’s nostalgia, heartbreak, and genius storytelling rolled into one.
Meet the Cast Bringing Broadway to the Movies
The cinematic version keeps the beloved Broadway trio intact — and they’re bringing everything they’ve got.
First, Jonathan Groff leads as Franklin Shepard, a talented composer who sacrifices friendship for fame. Groff captures both the charm and the ache of a man who’s achieved everything but lost what mattered most.
Next, Daniel Radcliffe steps in as Charley Kringas, Franklin’s witty and idealistic lyricist partner. He’s the moral compass of the story — sharp, funny, and brutally honest. Radcliffe’s performance bursts with intensity, reminding everyone that post-Hogwarts, he’s built an entirely new acting legacy.
Then there’s Lindsay Mendez as Mary Flynn, the writer and dreamer who holds the trio together. Her voice and vulnerability give the film its emotional punch, especially as Mary watches her friends drift away from their shared ideals.
Behind the Camera: A Vision That Honors Sondheim
Director Maria Friedman leads the filmed version with precision and heart. She knows this musical inside and out and captures it like a love letter to Broadway itself. With orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick and choreography by Tim Jackson, the production transforms stage magic into cinematic rhythm. Sony and Fathom filmed the production at New York’s Hudson Theatre, ensuring the experience feels alive. You’ll see sweat, laughter, and maybe a few tears — exactly as it happened on stage.
Rolling Into Theaters This December
When Merrily We Roll Along arrives on December 5, 2025, it won’t just replay a musical — it’ll redefine how Broadway meets film. The result promises laughter, heartbreak, and the kind of bittersweet hope that lingers long after the credits roll. So yes, set that reminder now. Because this December, Sondheim’s classic doesn’t just roll along — it soars.
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