The Music Man (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2003, The Music Man is a comedy, drama, family and romance film directed by Jeff Bleckner, running about 150 minutes. “There's big trouble happening in River City, Iowa.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Con man "Professor" Harold Hill arrives in River City, Iowa, promising that he can teach the small town's children how to play in a magnificent marching band. It's all part of a big swindle, but falling in love with the town librarian wasn't part of the deal.
Who’s in it. The Music Man stars Matthew Broderick as Professor Harold Hill, Kristin Chenoweth as Marian Paroo, Victor Garber as Mayor Shinn and Debra Monk as Mrs. Paroo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Music Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Music Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Music Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Music Man (2003)?
- In US, The Music Man is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Music Man worth watching?
- The Music Man holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, family and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Music Man?
- The Music Man stars Matthew Broderick, Kristin Chenoweth, Victor Garber, Debra Monk and Molly Shannon.
- When was The Music Man released?
- The Music Man was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.