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THE LAST FIVE YEARS Released on DVD and Blu-ray Today
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2015

The film will be released on DVD and Blu-ray today, May 5, 2015, according to DVD Release Dates. Click here to order!

VIDEO: Jeremy Jordan Performs Stunning 'Moving Too Fast' from THE LAST FIVE YEARS on Good Morning America!
by Caryn Robbins - February 18, 2015

Just this morning, Broadway's Jeremy Jordan was a guest on GOOD MORNING AMERICA, where he chatted about his latest project, THE LAST FIVE YEARS. While he was there, he also delighted the audience by singing 'Moving Too Fast' from the film. THE LAST FIVE YEARS is currently playing in select theatres.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for February 18th, 2015
by Paul W. Thompson - February 18, 2015

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. An amazing weekend, with 'Tommy,' L5Y, Lippa and 'The Wild Party,' 'First Date' and 'Pride And Prejudice.' Now we have 'First Wives Club' and 'Let It Be,' plus our top ongoing shows: 'Sondheim On Sondheim,' 'WSS,' 'La Cage' and 'The Addams Family!' So much going on!!!

THE LAST FIVE YEARS Movie Tops iTunes Indie Film Chart in Opening Weekend
by Movies News Desk - February 17, 2015

Film distributor RADiUS has announced that its new film, THE LAST FIVE YEARS starring Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan which opened Friday to great reviews, scored an impressive $14,014 per screen in limited release for a total theatrical weekend box office of $42,042.

TV Exclusive: Clip Premiere- Watch Jeremy Jordan Sing 'Moving Too Fast' in THE LAST FIVE YEARS!
by Nicole Rosky - February 13, 2015

Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown's much-loved stage musical The Last Five Years gets the big screen treatment in The Last Five Years- a dynamic, achingly romantic new film from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Richard LaGravenese (The Fisher King) and starring Oscar nominee Anna Kendrick (Into the Woods, Pitch Perfect) and Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies, 'Smash'). BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you an exclusive clip of Jeremy Jordan singing 'Moving Too Fast' from the movie below!

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan-Led THE LAST FIVE YEARS Movie Hits Theaters, VOD Today
by BWW News Desk - February 13, 2015

RADiUS will premiere THE LAST 5 YEARS, Richard LaGravenese's (BEHIND THE CANDELABRA) big screen adaptation of the 2002 Off-Broadway musical by Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown, in theaters and on VOD today, February 13, 2015. Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan ('Smash') star in LaGravenese's highly anticipated film. THE LAST 5 YEARS celebrated its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival this fall.THE LAST 5 YEARS will celebrate its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sunday, September 7th at 8:30PM at the Ryerson Theater.

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick & Conan Sing 'If Life Were Like a Musical'!
by Caryn Robbins - February 12, 2015

Anna Kendrick shared that she wishes real life was just like a musical, which was enough for Conan to cue the music and burst into song with his guest!

AUDIO: First Listen to THE LAST 5 YEARS Soundtrack with Anna Kendrick & Jeremy Jordan!
by Tyler Peterson - February 11, 2015

Richard LaGravenese's big screen adaptation of Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST 5 YEARS doesn't hit theaters for a few more days - but Ghostlight Records has unveiled a sampler of the just-released soundtrack, perfect for passing the time! Check out Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan take on the show's beloved songs below!

BWW CD Reviews: Sh-K-Boom's THE LAST FIVE YEARS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) is Delightfully Intimate
by David Clarke - February 10, 2015

Since THE LAST FIVE YEARS' New York debut, this intimate musical about failed romance has been an evergreen favorite. Just in time for Valentine's Day audiences are being given the opportunity to fall in love with the material all over again. Today, Sh-K-Boom and Razor & Tie released the hotly anticipated THE LAST FIVE YEARS (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), and the record is anything but disappointing.

TV: Find Out Why Broadway Loves THE LAST FIVE YEARS- On the Red Carpet for the NYC Premiere!
by TV - Red Carpets - February 10, 2015

Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown's much-loved stage musical The Last Five Years gets the big screen treatment in The Last Five Years- a dynamic, achingly romantic new film from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Richard LaGravenese (The Fisher King) and starring Oscar nominee Anna Kendrick (Into the Woods, Pitch Perfect) and Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies, 'Smash'). BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was on hand for the NYC premiere of the film, which was held at the show's original home, the Minetta Lane Theatre. Check out interviews with all of the Broadway guests below!

Photo Coverage: Broadway Celebrates Premiere of THE LAST FIVE YEARS Movie!
by Walter McBride - February 10, 2015

Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown's much-loved stage musical The Last Five Years gets the big screen treatment in The Last Five Years- a dynamic, achingly romantic new film from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Richard LaGravenese (The Fisher King) and starring Oscar nominee Anna Kendrick (Into the Woods, Pitch Perfect) and Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies, 'Smash'). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the NYC premiere of the film, which was held at the show's original home, the Minetta Lane Theatre. Check out more photos from inside the special night below!

Photo Coverage: Broadway's Best Returns to Minetta Lane Theatre to Celebrate NYC Premiere of THE LAST FIVE YEARS!
by Walter McBride - February 10, 2015

Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown's much-loved stage musical The Last Five Years gets the big screen treatment in The Last Five Years- a dynamic, achingly romantic new film from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Richard LaGravenese (The Fisher King) and starring Oscar nominee Anna Kendrick (Into the Woods, Pitch Perfect) and Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies, 'Smash'). BroadwayWorld was on hand for the NYC premiere of the film, which was held at the show's original home, the Minetta Lane Theatre. Check out photos from inside the special night below!

TV Exclusive: Richard LaGravenese Talks Casting THE LAST FIVE YEARS, Bringing the Music to the Big Screen & More!
by Nicole Rosky - February 15, 2015

Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown's much-loved stage musical The Last Five Years gets the big screen treatment in The Last Five Years- a dynamic, achingly romantic new film from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Richard LaGravenese (The Fisher King) and starring Oscar nominee Anna Kendrick (Into the Woods, Pitch Perfect) and Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies, 'Smash'). BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge sat down with LaGravenese just days before the big premiere, and you can check out what he had to say about casting his leads, why this was a dream project, and more below!

TV Exclusive: Jeremy Jordan Talks Giving 'Jamie' Life on the Big Screen in THE LAST FIVE YEARS!
by Nicole Rosky - February 14, 2015

Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown's much-loved stage musical The Last Five Years gets the big screen treatment in The Last Five Years- a dynamic, achingly romantic new film from Oscar-nominated filmmaker Richard LaGravenese (The Fisher King) and starring Oscar nominee Anna Kendrick (Into the Woods, Pitch Perfect) and Tony nominee Jeremy Jordan (Newsies, "Smash"). BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge sat down with Jordan just days before the big premiere, and you can check out what he had to say about getting the part, singing the score live, and more below!

AUDIO: Listen to Jeremy Jordan's 'Movin' Too Fast' from THE LAST FIVE YEARS!
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2015

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan star in THE LAST FIVE YEARS- Richard LaGravenese's film adaptation of the Jason Robert Brown musical. The movie doesn't hit theaters for a few more weeks, but fans can get a taste of what to expect with a just-released song from the soundtrack! CLICK HERE for a first listen of Jeremy Jordan's 'Movin' Too Fast.'

THE LAST FIVE YEARS Film Soundtrack to be Released in February
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2014

Sh-K-Boom Records has announced the release of THE LAST FIVE YEARS (ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK), the musical companion to the eagerly anticipated RADiUS-TWC film. THE LAST FIVE YEARS (ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK) will be available beginning Tuesday, February 10; The Last Five Years arrives in theatres and VOD on Friday, February 13.

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick, Jeremy Jordan in First Official Trailer for THE LAST FIVE YEARS!
by Caryn Robbins - December 8, 2014

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan star in THE LAST FIVE YEARS, Richard LaGravenese's film adaptation of the Jason Robert Brown musical. The film hits theaters in February 2015.

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan-Led THE LAST FIVE YEARS Movie to Hit Theaters, VOD on Feb 13
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2014

RADiUS has just announced that it will premiere THE LAST 5 YEARS, Richard LaGravenese's (BEHIND THE CANDELABRA) big screen adaptation of the 2002 Off-Broadway musical by Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown, in theaters and on VOD on February 13, 2014. Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan ('Smash') star in LaGravenese's highly anticipated film. THE LAST 5 YEARS will celebrate its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sunday, September 7th at 8:30PM at the Ryerson Theater.

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan Discuss THE LAST FIVE YEARS Roles & More
by Caryn Robbins - September 12, 2014

In an exclusive New York Times interview, Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan discuss their roles, and their songs, in the highly anticipated film.

BWW Reviews: Bayou City Theatrics' THE LAST 5 YEARS is Beautifully Well-done
by Nyderah Williams - September 10, 2014

It's intimate, poignant and raw. There's only one weekend left to see Bayou City Theatrics' limited engagement of THE LAST 5 YEARS. Created by Jason Robert Brown, with some inspiration from his personal life story, the 2 character musical chronicles the beginning and ending of a young couple's relationship. The characters are not given a chance to be really likeable, but they certainly are understandable.

BWW Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS Movie is a Marvelous Adaptation of Jason Robert Brown's Off-Broadway Musical
by Alan Henry - September 8, 2014

The film adaptation of 'The Last Five Years,' based on the musical by Jason Robert Brown, had its world premiere last night at the Toronto International Film Festival. 'The Last Five Years' is a musical chronicling a relationship taking place over a five year period. Jamie Wallerstein is a young, talented up and coming novelist who falls in love with Cathy Hiatt, a struggling actress. Their story is told almost entirely through song. All of Cathy's songs begin at the end of their marriage and move backwards in time to the beginning of their love affair, while Jamie's songs start at the beginning of their affair and move forward to the end of their marriage. They meet in the center when Jamie proposes.

VIDEO: Anna Kendrick Sings in First Clip from THE LAST 5 YEARS Movie!
by BWW News Desk - September 7, 2014

The first clip has been released from THE LAST 5 YEARS movie, which premiered this weekend at the Toronto International Film Festival!

THE LAST FIVE YEARS Movie Premieres Today at TIFF
by Pat Cerasaro - September 7, 2014

The big screen edition of cult musical THE LAST FIVE YEARS starring Jeremy Jordan and Anna Kendrick is set to premiere at this year's Toronto International Film Festival. THE LAST FIVE YEARS will be presented today, September 7.

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan-Led THE LAST FIVE YEARS Movie Gets Valentine's Day 2015 Release
by BWW News Desk - September 5, 2014

RADiUS is proud to announce one of the first major acquisitions of the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival, with North American rights to THE LAST 5 YEARS, Richard LaGravenese's (BEHIND THE CANDELABRA) big screen adaptation of the 2002 Off-Broadway musical by Tony Award winning composer and lyricist Jason Robert Brown. Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan ('Smash') star in LaGravenese's highly anticipated film. THE LAST 5 YEARS will celebrate its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on Sunday, September 7th at 8:30PM at the Ryerson Theater.

Anna Kendrick's THE LAST FIVE YEARS Sells Out International Markets Prior to World Premiere
by Caryn Robbins - August 7, 2014

THE LAST FIVE YEARS starring Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan has sold out most key international market before it makes its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival




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