Today's Special: Live on Stage (1985): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1985, Today's Special: Live on Stage is a family film.

What it’s about. In a special TV presentation of "Today's Special," Jodie, Muffy, and Sam prepare for a live theatre performance. However, Jeff faces a problem as his magic hat won't function outside the store, preventing him from joining them. Undeterred, he sneaks into the costume box bound for the theatre. Upon arrival, Muffy is late, prompting Jodie and Sam to begin the show without her. Meanwhile, Jeff, trapped in the box, finds himself turned into a mannequin without his magic working. With Waldo the Magnificent as their only hope, Jeff's fate hangs in the balance, hoping for a miraculous rescue.

Who’s in it. Today's Special: Live on Stage stars Jeff Hyslop as Jeff, Nerene Virgin as Jodie, Nina Keogh as Muffy and Barry Baldaro as Waldo the Magnificent, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Today's Special: Live on Stage 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 Today's Special: Live on Stage page.

If you liked it. Fans of Today's Special: Live on Stage tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.