# The Musical (2026)

> A wounded middle school theater teacher turns musical performance into a revenge campaign against the principal who has won his ex-girlfriend's affection.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/7520959

## Facts

- Runtime: 84 min
- Genres: Comedy
- Director: Giselle Bonilla
- Cast: Will Brill, Gillian Jacobs, Rob Lowe, Nevada Jose, Melanie Herrera, Chyler Emery Stern
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt37775809/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, cringe, irreverent, lazy sunday, movie night

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