Lin-Manuel Miranda to direct 'Octet' movie musical
Composer/lyricist Dave Malloy will adapt his show, which won numerous awards when it premiered off Broadway in 2019, for the screen. Read more on New York Theatre Guide.
www.newyorktheatreguide.comHere’s the latest on Lin-Manuel Miranda and Octet as of now.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda is directing a film adaptation of Dave Malloy’s Off-Broadway musical Octet. The project was announced in early April 2026, with production details and casting yet to be confirmed. This marks Miranda’s second feature directorial effort after Tick, Tick… Boom! [cite ][cite ]
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Octet, Malloy’s chamber musical about internet addiction, centers on eight people in a support group navigating digital dependency. The film adaptation is being produced by 5000 Broadway Productions, with Malloy adapting the screenplay, and the project aiming to bring the intimate, vocal-driven storytelling to the screen. Release timelines and principal cast have not been publicly finalized. [cite ][cite ][cite ]
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Early reporting also highlighted Miranda’s ongoing involvement in directing and producing, with industry outlets noting his continued collaboration with Julie Oh on this project, aligning with his broader trajectory in musical film work. Specifics on casting announcements and filming dates appeared gradually in April 2026 coverage. [cite ][cite ][cite ][cite ]
Illustrative note:
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