Lin-Manuel Miranda, the creator of the hit Broadway musical Hamilton, recently shared his thoughts on the possibility of a full feature film adaptation. During the 10-year anniversary celebrations for the musical, Miranda expressed doubt about anyone surpassing the existing live-capture version directed by Thomas Kail.
The original cast reunited in New York on September 3, 2025, for a special screening of the filmed stage production at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. This event celebrated the theatrical release of the pro-shot film, which debuted on Disney+ in July 2020 but never had a proper cinema premiere due to the pandemic.
Miranda’s Thoughts on a Potential Movie
At the screening, Miranda spoke with USA TODAY about the idea of adapting Hamilton into a feature film. He admitted he has difficulty imagining a new version that could top what has already been achieved.
“I have trouble visualizing anyone topping what Thomas Kail has done with this live capture,” Miranda stated in the interview published on September 4, 2025. He left the door slightly open, however, by adding that he would consider it if a director presented a strong and fresh vision.
This isn’t the first time Miranda has addressed this topic. In a December 2024 interview with Variety, he mentioned that while he is open to the idea, he believes it would require a unique directorial perspective. He also pointed to the success of other Broadway adaptations like Wicked but suggested that Hamilton might need more time before a film adaptation is seriously considered.
Cast Members Have Mixed Views
While Miranda remains cautious, some original cast members are more optimistic about a future film adaptation. Renée Elise Goldsberry, who played Angelica Schuyler, told USA TODAY that she believes a movie is inevitable. She even suggested her niece, Kayla, could one day play her character.
Christopher Jackson, who originated the role of George Washington, shared that he would be interested in a film if it stayed true to Miranda’s original vision. He added that he would be willing to reprise his role if given the opportunity.
These differing opinions highlight that even within the original cast, there is no unanimous agreement on whether or when a feature film should be made.
Theatrical Release and New Footage
The theatrical release of the existing Hamilton film began on September 5, 2025, in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. It will open in the U.K. and Ireland on September 26 and in Australia and New Zealand on November 13. This release includes a new prologue titled “Reuniting the Revolution,” which features recent interviews with the original cast and creators reflecting on the show’s impact over the past decade.
The film was originally shot in June 2016 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway with the original cast. It was initially planned for an October 2021 theatrical release, but due to the pandemic, it was instead released digitally on Disney+ in July 2020.
Social Media and Fan Reactions
The reunion and theatrical release have sparked excitement among fans. A viral TikTok trend related to the song “Best of Wives and Best of Women” from the show has been popular, with users recreating the scene where Hamilton’s wife, Eliza, tries to stop him from leaving for his duel.
Miranda himself participated in this trend during the premiere event, delighting fans with a playful reenactment in the theater. Social media reactions were overwhelmingly positive, with one user commenting, “Guys he won this trend fr,” and another calling him “a complete and total delight with everything he does.”
The Legacy and Future of Hamilton
Hamilton first premiered on Broadway in 2015 and went on to win 11 Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The musical has had a significant cultural impact, blending hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway styles to tell the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton.
Despite the discussions about a potential feature film, Miranda and the cast are currently focused on celebrating the musical’s 10th anniversary. The theatrical re-release offers audiences a chance to experience the production on the big screen, much closer to the original intention of the creators.
The rights to the Hamilton movie were sold to Disney for $75 million, and the streaming version won two Primetime Emmy Awards from 12 nominations.
Also Read: The Rock Gets Emotional at Venice Film Festival After Movie Receives 15-Minute Standing Ovation
Credits: USA TODAY, Variety, Playbill
