Everybody's Talking About Jamie

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Everybody's Talking About Jamie

PG-13

Released Sep 10, 2021

2h 1m

Musical

Drama

LGBTQ+

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Inspired by true events, Everybody's Talking About Jamie follows Jamie New (Max Harwood), a teenager from Sheffield, who dreams of life on stage. While his classmates plan their livelihoods after they leave school, Jamie contemplates revealing his secret career ambition to become a fierce and proud drag queen. His best friend Pritti (Lauren Patel) and his loving mum (Sarah Lancashire) shower him with endless support, while local drag legend Miss Loco Chanelle (Richard E. Grant) mentors him toward his debut stage performance. But Jamie also has to contend with an unsupportive father (Ralph Ineson), an uninspired careers advisor (Sharon Horgan), and some ignorant school kids who attempt to rain on his sensational parade. In rousing and colorful musical numbers, Jamie and his community inspire one another to overcome prejudice, be more accepting, and to step out of the darkness into the spotlight.

Critics Consensus

It may not be as effervescent as its title character, but Everybody's Talking About Jamie remains an infectiously enjoyable musical with an uplifting message.

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Christina Newland

iNews.co.uk

This coming-of-age musical might have been sweetly corny in the right hands, instead, it’s mostly annoying.

Rated: 2/5

Sep 23, 2024

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Charlotte O'Sullivan

London Evening Standard

Jamie, Pritti, Hugo, Loco... These figures are designed to appeal to girls, boys and everyone in between. As such, they more than deserve to be the talk of the town.

Rated: 4/5

Oct 8, 2021

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Jesse Hassenger

AV Club

Making the characters and setting cohere is really the job of the musical numbers, and they aren't quite up to the task.

Rated: C

Sep 25, 2021

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Harry Solomons

Loud and Clear Reviews

There is value in representation at this scale, and there is genuine pleasure to be taken in seeing these stories finally thrust upon the stage that they have deserved for so long.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jan 8, 2025

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Zach Youngs

InSession Film

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is full of joy, heartbreak, laughter, and a strong nod to the performers and activists in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights.

Rated: B+

Jul 2, 2024

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Michael Cuby

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With catchy songs, inventive choreography, and terrific performances from Richard E. Grant, Sharon Horgan, and first-time screen performer Max Harwood, Jamie is the kind of splashy musical you’ll find hard to resist.

Sep 26, 2022

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Lyman G

We enjoyed ETAJ thoroughly! One of the best stage to screen transfers wed seen in years. Definitely go see this feel good film in a movie theatre. Weve already purchased the soundtrack and added it to our feel good playlist.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/18/21

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Shaun R

Horrible in every way imaginable.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

05/03/25

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Libby C

"Everybody's Talking About Jamie" captures the heart and spirit of its stage predecessor with infectious energy and poignant storytelling. Max Harwood shines in the titular role, delivering a captivating performance. The film celebrates self-expression, acceptance, and the power of being true to oneself. A vibrant and empowering cinematic experience.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/07/24

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calum vintage bus & coach & train service r

Work as extra on set cause I was late arrived at 9pm to 6am rather then 7pm to 6am as coming from Bolton they refused to pay me just watched film and clearly was there so film producers joke u

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/04/24

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Ashley H

great message, with great vocals and songs. The outfits were really cool as well. Can't believe this was one of the first biggest jobs of Max's. Great acting.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/30/23

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PridePosterStudios

When the dinner ladies transform into backing singers. YES LINDA (and Tracey and Vicky)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/26/24

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Inspired by true events, Everybody's Talking About Jamie follows Jamie New (Max Harwood), a teenager from Sheffield, who dreams of life on stage. While his classmates plan their livelihoods after they leave school, Jamie contemplates revealing his secret career ambition to become a fierce and proud drag queen. His best friend Pritti (Lauren Patel) and his loving mum (Sarah Lancashire) shower him with endless support, while local drag legend Miss Loco Chanelle (Richard E. Grant) mentors him toward his debut stage performance. But Jamie also has to contend with an unsupportive father (Ralph Ineson), an uninspired careers advisor (Sharon Horgan), and some ignorant school kids who attempt to rain on his sensational parade. In rousing and colorful musical numbers, Jamie and his community inspire one another to overcome prejudice, be more accepting, and to step out of the darkness into the spotlight.

Director: Jonathan Butterell
Producer: Mark Herbert, Peter Carlton, Arnon Milchan
Screenwriter: Tom MacRae
Distributor: Amazon Studios
Production Co: Warp Films, New Regency, Film4
Rating: PG-13 (Strong Language|Thematic Elements|Suggestive Material)
Genre: Musical, Drama, LGBTQ+
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 10, 2021, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 17, 2021
Runtime: 2h 1m
Sound Mix: Stereo, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)