Blue Moon
Directed by Richard LinklaterOn the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former collaborator, Richard Rodgers, celebrates the opening night of his ground-breaking hit musical, “Oklahoma!”
Blue Moon Ratings & Reviews
- EdmondZippoFebruary 21, 2026When you see a man's heart break through his eyes... Extremely my shit. Of Human Bondage deeply marked me when I read it, years ago, so when he pulled it out, I was even more all in than I was before. Drunk on beauty, for sure. I love these songs so much. Not surprised that I loved watching this.
- LivewireAdminFebruary 3, 2026I really, really enjoyed this. Ethan Hawke was terrific and not at all like I've seen him before. The script was sharp and interesting, it felt like this could be a stage play (which makes sense based on the subjects of the story). Margaret Qualley was great but when is she not? Richard Linklater is a director that I don't have a good grasp on, I'm gonna have to fill in some of the holes in his filmography for myself. Would definitely watch this again.
- Michael FosterDecember 3, 2025Linklater and Hawke lure you in within the first ten minutes— then suddenly you find yourself chasing every piece of dialog at the chance of filling out this canvas. Qualley is stunningly captivating and Ethan Hawke's transformation goes from a simple combover to devistatingly human. Beautifully tight from end to end, chef's kiss.
- Rick MastersNovember 28, 2025I’m a huge fan of Richard Linklater and this certainly says within his comfort zone. A dialogue heavy, primarily one location film that features one of Ethan Hawke’s best performances. The issue here is, if you’re not particularly interested in the subject matter or the character, then its hard to stay focused. I drifted more times than I can count and had to return to it the next day… only to have to continue the battle. Sadly BLUE MOON was a real struggle.
- Karin e BorisJanuary 31, 2026It's amazing how a few good actors and a set that's just a room can make a great film.
- ThPJanuary 23, 2026Ethan what was that? Great performance!
- cultfilmlikerJanuary 8, 2026Love that the emotional thesis of this film can accurately be summed up with Kanye’s “30 Hours” I, too, dislike Oklahoma! That’s what he gets for not introducing Knuckles to Rodgers Margaret Qualley is young but I’m not sure she should still be playing a 20 year old! Apologies! Currently Ranked #49/192 in 2025 Ranked
- rayhermoJanuary 22, 2026Very specific.. if you're not a devotee of that type of music.. or of that period of Americana.. and to the theater and all things theater.. it's probably not your cup of tea
- Jefferson BittencourtJanuary 7, 2026Beautiful movie!! Beautiful direction and a magnificent interpretation by Ethan Hawke. Great dialogues and a whole universe of the arts, vanity and love so well represented on the movie screen. A very well cut gem, that's what this movie is.
- John MossDecember 15, 2025What a surprising treat! Ethan Hawke is a revelation
- dannyol43December 4, 2025it's basically a play that talks about musicals.... not exactly my cup of tea. But you gotta give it up for Ethan Hawke. Boy can that guy act
- Tyler SDecember 3, 2025Love talky Linklater and teaming up with Hawke again always makes me happy. The dialogue was funny and the banter between the small cast was captivating. The movie flew by even though it basically only takes place in one location. Not sure how they made Hawke look 5 feet tall the whole time, that was very impressive. Hawke now joins Leo and Michael B Jordan as my favourite performances of the year so far (I haven't seen Marty Supreme yet but I predict Chalamet will be added to my list). They should be the front runners for best actor this year. I'll be bummed if all three don't get nominated. 👍👍 8.5/10
- EmperorWatcherJanuary 17, 2026Why the accolades? Hawke fails at trying to make believe he can fake the persona of a New York Jewish guy, who also happens to be a homosexual. Both of those backgrounds have strong influences on behavior. The script is exceptionally clever, and Hawke does try, but the attempt is obvious, and you can see his struggle. Everybody is playing Make Believe, and failing. The bartender should stick to Italian Mafia roles, and What’s her name is lovely, but ineffectual. The guys playing Roger’s and Hammerstein? Unreal, total miscasting. All in all, it would have been better presented as a radio play.
- ryanpar90January 7, 2026A sleeper. Was hoping for some variance in sets and more dialog, less monologue.
- redaikidokaJanuary 2, 2026This movie is a quiet ramp of filmmaking and an astonishing testimony about the careers of some folks that entertained generations. It also feels like a slice of life lost a time when people were more connected live their lives more in public spaces. Ethan Hawk‘s performance is just off the charts. Everyone in the movie was great. Whatever weird thing they were doing to move Ethan Hawk around to make him seem short was a little uncanny Valley and they should stop doing whatever that is.
Blue Moon Trivia
Blue Moon was released on October 24, 2025.
Blue Moon was directed by Richard Linklater.
Blue Moon has a runtime of 1h 40m.
Blue Moon was produced by Richard Linklater, John Sloss, Mike Blizzard.
On the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former collaborator, Richard Rodgers, celebrates the opening night of his ground-breaking hit musical, “Oklahoma!”
The key characters in Blue Moon are Lorenz Hart (Ethan Hawke), Eddie (Bobby Cannavale), Richard Rodgers (Andrew Scott).
Blue Moon is rated R.
Blue Moon is a Biography, Drama, Music film.
Blue Moon has an audience rating of 7.5 out of 10.
Blue Moon has made $1.9M at the box office.