
Movie, 2026
National Theatre Live: Golden Boy
156 min, Drama, United Kingdom
1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side. A live stage production filmed at the Almeida Theatre in London, UK.
Cast
13 creditedJosh O'Connor
Joe Bonaparte
Jason Barnett
Tokio
Richard Fleeshman
Frank
David Ganly
Roxy
Patrick Martins
Pepper White / Journalist
Oliver Ryan
Mickey / Drake / Driscoll
Hayley Squires
Lorna
Stanley Townsend
Mr. Bonaparte
Zubin Varla
Eddie Fuseli
Nicholas Woodeson
Mr. Carp / Barker
Daniel Mays
Moody
Oscar Prout
Young Joe Bonaparte
Trailers & teasers
1 clipsDetails
DirectorSam Yates
WritersClifford Odets
GenreDrama
Runtime156 min
ReleasedThu, Nov 5, 2026
CountryUnited Kingdom
IMDBtt44475956















