Name: National Theatre Live: Golden Boy
Genre: Drama
Released: 2026
Duration: 180 min
Cast: Daniel Mays, Richard Fleeshman, Nicholas Woodeson, Jason Barnett, Zubin Varla

National Theatre Live: Golden Boy 3h 2026 15 Drama

Synopsis

Josh O’Connor (The Crown; Challengers) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets’ knockout American classic. 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side. Brought to life with a live string quartet and filmed live from the Almeida Theatre. Olivier Award-winner Sam Yates (Vanya) directs this propulsive drama exploring ambition, identity, and the high price of success.

Director

Sam Yates

Cast

Daniel Mays, Richard Fleeshman, Nicholas Woodeson, Jason Barnett, Zubin Varla, Josh O'Connor, Oliver Ryan, Stanley Townsend, David Ganly, Patrick Martins, Hayley Squires

Countries

United Kingdom

Showings