Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'Octet' Movie Musical Sets Star-Studded Cast

Amanda Seyfried, Rachel Zegler, Tramell Tillman and more join the ensemble for the film adaptation of the acclaimed off-Broadway musical.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:07pm

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Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming movie musical 'Octet' has assembled an impressive cast, including Amanda Seyfried, Rachel Zegler, Tramell Tillman, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Phillipa Soo, Gaten Matarazzo, Jonathan Groff, and more. The film, based on Dave Malloy's critically acclaimed off-Broadway musical, follows a group of internet-obsessed people who meet in a church basement to confront their digital dependencies.

Why it matters

Miranda's 'Octet' adaptation marks his second time directing a film, following the success of 'Tick, Tick... Boom!' in 2021. The musical has received widespread acclaim for its innovative exploration of modern technology's impact on human connection, and the star-studded cast promises to bring the story to life on the big screen.

The details

The 'Octet' film will feature Amanda Seyfried as Jessica, Rachel Zegler as Velma, and Tramell Tillman as Marvin, along with a supporting ensemble including Sheryl Lee Ralph, Phillipa Soo, Gaten Matarazzo, Jonathan Groff, and more. The story follows a group of people who meet in a church basement to confront their digital dependencies, using only their voices and analog vibrancy to chart their compulsions.

  • The original 'Octet' musical opened off-Broadway at the Signature Theatre in New York City on May 19, 2019, and ran until June 30 of that year.
  • The West Coast premiere of 'Octet' took place with a five-week run at the Berkeley Repertory Theatre in 2022.

The players

Lin-Manuel Miranda

The creator and director of the upcoming 'Octet' movie musical, known for his acclaimed works like 'Hamilton' and 'Tick, Tick... Boom!'

Dave Malloy

The writer and composer of the original 'Octet' musical, who is adapting his work for the big screen and serving as an executive producer on the film

Amanda Seyfried

An acclaimed actress who will play the role of Jessica in the 'Octet' movie musical

Rachel Zegler

A rising star who will portray the character of Velma in the 'Octet' film

Tramell Tillman

An actor who will take on the role of Marvin in the 'Octet' movie adaptation

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What they’re saying

“'Octet' sings of connection, redemption, hope — and how we can be truly present with each other.”

— Lin-Manuel Miranda, Director

What’s next

The 'Octet' movie musical is currently in production, with no confirmed release date announced yet. Fans of the original off-Broadway production and Lin-Manuel Miranda's work will eagerly await updates on the film's progress and eventual premiere.

The takeaway

Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'Octet' adaptation brings together a talented ensemble cast to explore the timely and relevant themes of digital dependency and human connection, building on the critical acclaim of the original musical. The film marks another ambitious project for the acclaimed creator, further cementing his status as a leading voice in contemporary musical theater and cinema.