Theatrical Adaptations

Explore our collection of brilliant Theatrical Adaptations and bring your new favorite film center stage!

Michael Mayer's screen adaptation of the play by Anton Chekhov is "an enticing, amusing and passionate showcase for its top-drawer cast" (LA Times)
The Seagull
  • 2018
A brilliant modern adaptation of William Shakespeare’s iconic play of the same name, from Director Michael Almereyda
Hamlet
  • 2000
Director Oliver Parker delivers a "Smart, sassy interpretation of the Oscar Wilde play" (Washington Post)
The Importance of Being Earnest
  • 2002
Director Spike Lee delivers an explosive modern-day adaption of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata.
Chi-Raq
  • 2015
Clare Peploe's sugar-sweet fairytale. A romantic comedy based on the play by Pierre de Marivaux of the same title.
Triumph of Love
  • 2002
A beautiful adaptation of David Auburn's thrilling play, from Director John Madden
Proof
  • 2005
August Wilson's Tony winning play comes to life on the big screen driven by groundbreaking performances by Denzel Washington and Viola Davis
Fences
  • 2016
"An irresistible blend of mirth and malice" (Rolling Stone) from Director Joss Whedon.
Much Ado About Nothing
  • 2013
Director Bill Condon brings Tom Eyen's Tony award-winning Broadway musical to the big screen, featuring Jennifer Hudson's showstopping performance.
Dreamgirls
  • 2006
A classic musical fantasy and a star vehicle for Judy Garland. "A Broadway spectacle translated into make-believe" (Time Magazine).
The Wizard of Oz
  • 1939
"Powerhouse casting and a heartbreaking history" (NY Times) are at the heart of Jerry Zaks' Academy Award nominated film
Marvin's Room
  • 1997
Director Justin Kurzel brings this Shakespeare adaptation to the big screen, with electrifying performances from Michael Fassbender & Marion Cotillard
Macbeth
  • 2015