SIX The Musical film adaptation "still in talks"
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(Updated on Aug 26, 2025)
Creators Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss originally revealed in October 2020 that they were “in talks” to adapt their hit West End show SIX The Musical into a film. Since then, there have been major developments, including a live recording of the show titled SIX The Musical Live! (featuring the OG West End Queens), which was filmed at London’s Vaudeville Theatre in June 2022 and released in UK and Ireland cinemas on 6 April 2025.
But could a film adaptation following the likes of Dear Evan Hansen and Wicked still be on the cards?
SIX The Musical is now available for booking at the Vaudeville Theatre!
SIX The Musical in talks to land on the silver screen
A major motion picture version of Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss's musical brainchild SIX could be heading to cinemas sometime in the future. The two co-creators recently sat down with Hugh Montgomery from the Metro for a chat, stating that talks for the new film are "still ongoing."
The film project was described by Montgomery described as "long-mooted" whilst Marlow admitted to having a dream cast for the movie saved on his mobile. But if you're expecting to take a peek of who he has in mind, then you're out of luck. The creator "will not share [his dream cast]...because it will be more fun when it comes out and [he] can go 'I wrote this list and we've not got a single one!'"
SIX The Musical Movie cast speculation
The concert-style musical takes inspiration from pop stars like Nicki Minaj and Adele and turns Henry VIII's six ex-wives into full-fledged superstars. Thus, it's really a wild card of who might be cast to play the Tudor Queens. Could we get Ariana Grande and Lady Gaga? Will the original West End cast reprise their roles? Or will the film surprise us all and cast only unknowns?
The answer is anyone's guess and we may end up waiting far longer than Anne of Cleves' short-lived marriage to King Henry VIII before we find out. But in the meantime, you can be sure to check out SIX The Musical at the Vaudeville Theatre.
How did audiences respond to SIX The Musical live show recording?
Creators Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss first revealed in October 2020 that they were “in talks” to adapt their hit West End show SIX The Musical into a film. In April 2025, that vision came to fruition with the release of SIX The Musical Live!, a filmed performance featuring the original West End cast, recorded at the Vaudeville Theatre. The film premiered in UK and Ireland cinemas on 6 April 2025, and due to overwhelming demand, additional screenings were added throughout April and May.
The release was a resounding success, breaking records for the highest opening day box office for a musical and achieving the third-highest single-day gross for an event cinema title. As of August 2025, the film has grossed over $7.8 million globally!
Critics and audiences alike have praised the film for its vibrant energy, stellar performances, and the seamless transition of the live theatre experience to the big screen. Reviewers have highlighted the cast's dynamic performances and the film's ability to capture the essence of the live show. The film's success has further cemented SIX's place as a global theatrical phenomenon.
SIX The Musical West End creative team and cast
SIX is co-created and written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss and is directed by Jamie Armitage. The show features choreography by Carrie-Anne Ingrouille, costume design by Gabriella Slade, set design by Emma Bailey, sound design by Paul Gatehouse, musical orchestration by Tom Curran, musical supervision by Joe Beighton, musical direction by Katy Richardson with associate musical direction by Ellie Verkerk, and casting by Pearson Casting.
The Vaudeville Theatre cast of SIX stars Dionne Ward-Anderson (Anna of Cleves), Thao Therese Nguyen (Anne Boleyn), Amelia Kinu Muus (Catherine Parr), Alexia McIntosh (Catherine of Aragon), Hana Stewart (Jane Seymour), and Caitlyn De Kuyper (Katherine Howard).