Something Rotten (2015): cast, story & where to watch
2015 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2015, Something Rotten is a comedy and music film, running about 128 minutes. “"I think they liked it."” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rockstar known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theater involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self...and all that jazz.
Who’s in it. Something Rotten stars Christian Borle as William Shakespeare, Brian d'Arcy James as Nick Bottom, John Cariani as Nigel Bottom and Heidi Blickenstaff as Bea, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Something Rotten sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Something Rotten page.
If you liked it. Fans of Something Rotten tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Something Rotten (2015)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Something Rotten change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Something Rotten worth watching?
- Something Rotten holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Something Rotten?
- Something Rotten stars Christian Borle, Brian d'Arcy James, John Cariani, Heidi Blickenstaff and Brad Oscar.
- When was Something Rotten released?
- Something Rotten was released in 2015, with a runtime of about 128 minutes.