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Best Broadway Shows, From Screen To Stage

Last updated March 30, 2026 by Broadway.com Staff
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If you're looking for a little familiarity when it comes to your Broadway experience, musicals inspired by movies may be the way to go! You'll see a story you enjoy, characters you love, even hear songs you know, all based on a screen favorite. Find out which movies that have made their way to the stage are featured on Broadway!

What You'll Learn About

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Now Open; Closes July 26, 2026

Baz Luhrmann's revolutionary film comes to life in Moulin Rouge! The Musical! Head to a world of splendor and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur and glory and prepare for a spectacular spectacular soundtrack featuring some of pop music's biggest hits. Don’t miss the Tony Award-winning theatrical celebration of truth, beauty, freedom and—above all—LOVE! Get tickets to Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway!

Meg Donnelly and Christian Douglas in Moulin Rouge on Broadway
Meg Donnelly and Christian Douglas in Moulin Rouge! The Musical
(Photo: Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade)

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Now Open

Based on the iconic Harry Potter franchise of books and films, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child takes place several years after the ending of the final novel, with Harry, Ron and Hermione's children heading off to Hogwarts. Spectacular stagecraft brings the wizarding world to life! Be sure to catch Harry Potter film star Tom Felton as he reprises his role of Draco Malfoy in the stage production through May 10, 2026! Get tickets to Harry Potter and the Cursed Child on Broadway!

Imani Jade Powers as Delphi Diggory, Erik C. Peterson as Scorpius Malfoy and Joel Meyers Albus Potter make magic in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Trish Lindstrom, John Skelley, Megan Byrne and Tom Felton in Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
(Photo: Matthew Murphy)

 

The Outsiders


Now Open

Oklahoma comes to Broadway as Ponyboy and the gang take the stage in a thrilling new musical that explores the timeless themes of chosen family and more that have kept both S.E. Hinton’s novel and Francis Ford Coppola’s motion picture classics for decades. Get tickets to The Outsiders on Broadway!!

 

cast members of The Outsiders sit together
The cast of The Outsiders
(Photo: Matthew Murphy)

Death Becomes Her

Now Open

The musical adaptation of the 1992 film of the same name comes to Broadway! Madeline Ashton and Helen Sharp take the stage in Death Becomes Her, which follows the pair as they begin a new era of life thanks to a mysterious woman with a secret that's to die for. Get tickets to Death Becomes Her on Broadway!

Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard look glamorous in purple gowns in Death Becomes Her on Broadway
Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard in Death Becomes Her
(Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman)

 

Stranger Things: The First Shadow


Now Open

Ta-dum! Head to Hawkins in the Olivier Award-winning prequel to the hit Netflix series, featuring stunning special effects, extraordinary performances, and a storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Get tickets to Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway!

 

T.R. Knight, Louis McCartney and Rosie Benton stand in the center of a living room in Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Broadway
T.R. Knight, Louis McCartney and Rosie Benton in Stranger Things: The First Shadow
(Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman)

The Lion King

Now Open

The Pridelands come to magical life in Broadway's The Lion King! Based on the Disney's Academy Award-winning animated film, the stage adaptation features spectacular puppetry, bright colors, exciting staging and the familiar songs of the film. Join Simba as he fulfills his destiny to be king, set to a score featuring Elton John's songs from the movie and more. Get tickets to The Lion King on Broadway!

The cast of The Lion King on Broadway
The cast of The Lion King
(Photo: Matthew Murphy)

Aladdin

Now Open

The world of Agrabah is brought to thrilling theatrical life in the stage adaptation of Disney's animated hit film, Aladdin. Experience favorite songs such as Genie's high-energy "Friend Like Me" and Aladdin and Jasmine's high-flying "A Whole New World" in this sparkling and splendid production! Get tickets to Aladdin on Broadway!

The cast of Aladdin dances on stage
Michael James Scott, Michael Maliakel and the cast of Aladdin
(Photo: Matthew Murphy)

The Great Gatsby


Now Open

Travel to the extravagant world of the 1920s as F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel hits the Broadway stage. Jay Gatsby, Daisy Buchanan and more come to life in this new Jazz Age musical. Don't miss the party! Get tickets to The Great Gatsby on Broadway!

 

Jeremy Jordan in The Great Gatsby on Broadway
Jeremy Jordan in The Great Gatsby
(Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman)

Beaches

Now in Previews; Opens April 22, 2026; Closes September 6, 2026

One of the most iconic friendships in popular culture arrives on the Broadway stage in this sweeping, emotional, and joy-filled new musical, based on the bestselling novel and blockbuster film of the same name. Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett star as Cee Cee and Bertie, roles originated on screen by Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey. Get tickets to Beaches on Broadway!  

the cast of Cats: The Jellicle Ball
Jessica Vosk and Kelli Barrett in the Theatre Calgary production of Beaches
(Photo: Trudie Lee)

The Lost Boys, A New Musical

Now in Previews; Opens April 26, 2026

The cult-classic teen vampire movie The Lost Boys comes to the Broadway stage in this new musical, featuring music by rock band The Rescues. Get tickets to The Lost Boys, A New Musical on Broadway!

LJ Benet and Ali Louis Bourzgui in The Lost Boys
(Photo: Matthew Murphy)

Schmigadoon!

Previews begin April 4, 2026; Opens April 20, 2026; Closes September 6, 2026

The cult favorite Apple TV series hits the stage, as doctors Josh and Melissa find themselves a magical town that’s a Golden Age musical come to life. Get tickets to Schmigadoon! on Broadway!


Dog Day Afternoon


Now in Previews; Opens March 30, 2026; Closes June 28, 2026
 

The Bear stars Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach come together on stage in Stephen Adly Guirgis' raw and gritty adaptation of the Oscar-nominated Sidney Lumet-directed film, set in New York City's sweltering summer of 1972. Get tickets to Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway! 

Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Jon Bernthal in a promotional image for Dog Day Afternoon
Jon Bernthal in Dog Day Afternoon
(Photo: Matthew Murphy and Evan Zimmerman)

The Fear of 13

Now in Previews; April 15, 2026; Closes July 12, 2026
 

Academy Award winner Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson star in Lindsey Ferrentino's visceral play, inspired by the true story of Nick Yarris, a man who spent more than two decades on death row for a crime he did not commit, and based on David Sington's documentary of the same name. Get tickets to The Fear of 13 on Broadway!

 

Adrien Brody and Tessa Thompson in The Fear of 13
(Photo: Emilio Madrid)

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