Maestro: The American biographical drama film is coming to Netflix this December. Here’s everything you need to know!
Maestro is an American biographical drama film about Leonard Bernstein and his marriage to Felicia Montealegre, beginning with their initial meeting in 1946 and ending with 25 years of marriage and three children. The film also discusses Bernstein’s alleged affairs with men, including one with a clarinet player portrayed by Matt Bomer in the movie.
The upcoming movie will be Bradley Cooper‘s second directing effort after the enormously successful A Star Is Born! On Friday, September 2, 2023, the film premiered at the Venice Film Festival.
And now, Netflix has released the first trailer for Maestro, confirming that the film will be released on the streaming giant this year. But when will it be released? What is it about? Well, in order to know, keep on reading.
Maestro Netflix Release Date
Maestro will be available to stream on Netflix on December 20, 2023, just in time for the holidays. The film will also have a limited theatrical run beginning on November 22nd, 2023, ensuring that it qualifies for major award contention. Previously, the film made its global premiere on Friday, September 2, 2023, at the 80th Venice International Film Festival. So, this holiday season, prepare to see the biographical drama on your small screen.
What is Maestro about?
Maestro follows Leonard Bernstein’s life, both professionally as a composer and personally, including his marriage and sexuality. The connection between Cohn Bernstein and Felicia Montealegre Bernstein serves as the backdrop for the movie, which likewise spans several decades.
The film’s official synopsis reads,
“Maestro is a towering and fearless love story chronicling the lifelong relationship between Leonard Bernstein and Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein. A love letter to life and art, Maestro at its core is an emotionally epic portrayal of family and love.”
Who is in the cast?
Following is the full-star cast of Maestro. Check it out:
- Carey Mulligan as Felicia Montealegre
- Bradley Cooper as Leonard Bernstein
- Matt Bomer as David Oppenheim
- Maya Hawke as Jamie Bernstein
- Sarah Silverman as Shirley Bernstein
- Michael Urie as Jerome Robbins
- Brian Klugman as Aaron Copland
- Gideon Glick as Tommy Cothran
- Sam Nivola as Alexander Bernstein
- Miriam Shor as Cynthia O’Neal
- Alexa Swinton as Nina Bernstein
- Josh Hamilton as John Gruen
- June Gable as Old Lady
Is there any trailer?
Yes, there is. The official Maestro trailer has been released by Netflix, indicating that the movie will make its debut on the streaming service this year. The trailer begins and ends with wise words from Felicia that have stayed with Leonard: “If summer doesn’t sing in you, then nothing sings in you. And if nothing sings in you then you can’t make music.”
Check out the trailer below:
Where to watch Maestro?
Maestro will be available to stream exclusively on Netflix on December 20, 2023
