Everybody's Talking About Jamie (2021)
The true story that became a musical sensation.
Jamie New is 16 and doesn’t quite fit in—instead of pursuing a "real" career he dreams of becoming a drag queen. Uncertain about his future, Jamie knows one thing for sure: he is going to be a sensation. Supported by his loving mom and his amazing friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness, into the spotlight.
Director: Jonathan Butterell
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 115 min
Release Date: September 10, 2021
Cast
- Max Harwood - Jamie New
- Sarah Lancashire - Margaret New
- Lauren Patel - Pritti Pasha
- Sharon Horgan - Miss Hedge
- Richard E. Grant - Hugo Battersby / Loco Chanelle
- Shobna Gulati - Ray
- Ralph Ineson - Jamie's Dad
- Adeel Akhtar - Iman Masood
- Samuel Bottomley - Dean Paxton
- John McCrea - Young Loco Chanelle
Screenplay
- Tom MacRae (Screenplay)
- Tom MacRae (Lyricist)
Music: Dan Gillespie Sells, Anne Dudley
Cinematography: Christopher Ross
Editing: Mark Everson
Production: New Regency Pictures, Warp Films, Film4 Productions, Regency Enterprises
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
drag queen, musical, based on play or musical, lgbt, lgbt teen, teenage protagonist, gay theme
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Everybody's Talking About Jamie about?
- Jamie New is 16 and doesn’t quite fit in—instead of pursuing a "real" career he dreams of becoming a drag queen. Uncertain about his future, Jamie knows one thing for sure: he is going to be a sensation. Supported by his loving mom and his amazing friends, Jamie overcomes prejudice, beats the bullies and steps out of the darkness, into the spotlight.
- Who directed Everybody's Talking About Jamie?
- Everybody's Talking About Jamie was directed by Jonathan Butterell.
- Who stars in Everybody's Talking About Jamie?
- Everybody's Talking About Jamie stars Max Harwood, Sarah Lancashire, Lauren Patel, Sharon Horgan, Richard E. Grant, Shobna Gulati.
- How long is Everybody's Talking About Jamie?
- Everybody's Talking About Jamie has a runtime of 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- What genre is Everybody's Talking About Jamie?
- Everybody's Talking About Jamie is a Drama, Comedy film.
- Where was Everybody's Talking About Jamie produced?
- Everybody's Talking About Jamie was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.