The Prom (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2020, The Prom is a comedy, romance and music film directed by Ryan Murphy, running about 132 minutes. “Everyone deserves a chance to celebrate.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After the PTA of a conservative high school in Indiana bans same-sex couples from attending the annual prom, a gang of flamboyant Broadway stars try to boost their image by showing up to support two lesbian students.
Who’s in it. The Prom stars Meryl Streep as Dee Dee Allen, James Corden as Barry Glickman, Nicole Kidman as Angie Dickinson and Kerry Washington as Mrs. Greene, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Prom has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $187.4K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Prom page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Prom tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Prom (2020)?
- In US, The Prom is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Prom worth watching?
- The Prom holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, romance and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Prom?
- The Prom stars Meryl Streep, James Corden, Nicole Kidman, Kerry Washington and Andrew Rannells.
- When was The Prom released?
- The Prom was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.