The celebrated West End stage production of Arthur Miller's 'All My Sons', starring Breaking Bad legend Bryan Cranston, is set for a global cinema release this spring. The move will allow audiences around the world to experience the critically acclaimed play, which has been a smash-hit at London's Wyndham's Theatre.
From Stage to Screen: A Stellar Cast
The cinematic release, under the National Theatre Live banner, will be filmed and distributed to cinemas internationally from 16 April 2026. Cranston leads the cast as Joe Keller, a self-made businessman whose wartime manufacturing success unravels his family's American dream.
He is joined by Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Secrets and Lies) as his wife, Kate. The impressive ensemble also features Paapa Essiedu (I May Destroy You) as their son Chris and Hayley Squires (The Night Manager) as Ann Deever, the daughter of Joe's imprisoned business partner.
Rave Reviews and a Powerful Plot
The play's transfer to the big screen follows a wave of stellar reviews from its London run. Critics described it as 'stupendously well-acted' (Financial Times), 'immensely powerful and gripping' (The i Paper), and an 'astonishing piece of theatre' (Evening Standard).
The plot centres on the Keller family, whose façade of success is shattered when a long-buried secret about Joe's wartime actions threatens to destroy everything. The story forces a gripping confrontation with themes of guilt, responsibility, and the complex nature of family loyalty.
Cranston on His Character and Broader Themes
Discussing his role, Cranston offered a pointed analysis of Joe Keller. 'He's belligerent, he's cocky... he leads with his ego and that's a dangerous thing,' the actor stated. He suggested audiences would recognise similar traits in figures today.
Cranston also connected the character to wider societal discussions, remarking, 'I think we've had enough of that. First of all - old. Let's stop with the old. Let's stop with the white. Let's stop with the male. We need to change it up.' He added his personal belief that 'we would have a better world if we didn't have old white men in power.'
The cinema release is part of a strong slate of upcoming NT Live titles for 2026, which includes:
- The Audience (from 26 February) – the Peter Morgan play that inspired The Crown.
- The Playboy of the Western World (from 28 May) – starring Derry Girls favourites Nicola Coughlan and Siobhan McSweeney.
- Les Liaisons Dangereuses (from 25 June) – featuring Aidan Turner and Lesley Manville.
'All My Sons' reunites Cranston with award-winning director Ivo van Hove, following their collaboration on Network. Van Hove is a noted interpreter of Miller's work, having previously directed A View from the Bridge and The Crucible.
Audiences can find their nearest screening and book tickets via the official NTLive.com website.
