Universal Studios has officially announced the release date for the highly anticipated Pharrell Williams-Michel Gondry musical feature, Atlantis, which is set to hit theaters on May 9, 2025. The film is inspired by Williams’ childhood experiences at the Virginia Beach Atlantis Apartments back in the summer of 1977. This musical project promises to take audiences on a nostalgic and captivating journey through the lens of the talented duo, Williams and Gondry.
Directed by Michel Gondry and written by Martin Hynes, the film boasts a star-studded team including Steven Levenson, the Tony award-winning writer of Dear Evan Hansen, and the film adaptation of Jonathan Larson’s tick, tick… BOOM!. Williams himself has contributed to the project by penning the songs, alongside Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The production team is led by Emmy winner Mimi Valdés and two-time Best Picture Oscar nominee Gil Netter, ensuring that Atlantis is in good hands.
The cast of Atlantis is just as impressive as its creative team, featuring a lineup of talented and award-winning actors. SAG winner Kelvin Harrison Jr., six-time Grammy nominee Halle Bailey, Oscar winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and Oscar nominee Brian Tyree Henry are just a few of the names attached to this project. With the inclusion of Emmy winner Quinta Brunson, Grammy winner Anderson .Paak, and Grammy nominee Janelle Monáe, Atlantis promises to deliver a powerhouse performance that will leave audiences in awe.
As anticipation builds for the release of Atlantis, fans and critics alike are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to experience this unique and captivating musical feature. With a talented creative team at the helm and an all-star cast bringing the story to life, Atlantis has all the makings of a cinematic masterpiece. Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches, and get ready to embark on a musical journey like no other.