Hugh Jackman has been on a remarkable run since hanging up his Wolverine claws, and his latest streaming triumph proves he's more than just a superhero. Song Sung Blue, the Oscar-nominated music biopic that paired Jackman with Kate Hudson, has found a new audience on Netflix, becoming one of the platform's most-streamed movies in June 2026.
Released in theaters last Christmas, Song Sung Blue earned critical acclaim and a near-perfect 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Hudson's performance earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress, while Jackman's musical chops—honed from his days in The Greatest Showman—were widely praised. Collider's Tania Hussain called it a film where "Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson elevate another standard music biopic."
At the box office, the movie grossed $58 million globally against a $30 million budget, a respectable haul that exceeded expectations. Now, six months later, it's proving its staying power on streaming. As of June 2026, Song Sung Blue sits comfortably in Netflix's top 10, battling heavyweights like Caleb McLaughlin's sports comedy GOAT, the rom-com Office Romance, and the current number one, Maternal Instinct.
This streaming success comes on the heels of Jackman's other recent hit, The Sheep Detectives, a cozy mystery based on Leonie Swann's novel Three Bags Full. While that film didn't turn a profit due to its bloated budget, it won over critics and audiences alike. Together, these projects showcase Jackman's versatility beyond the Marvel universe.
Looking ahead, Jackman has a packed slate. He'll star in the thriller The Death of Robin Hood alongside Jodie Comer, and he's set to join forces with legendary director Ridley Scott for a new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island, playing Long John Silver. The script is penned by Jack Thorne of Adolescence fame.
For fans of Jackman's musical side, Song Sung Blue is a must-watch, and its Netflix resurgence is a testament to its enduring appeal. If you're looking for more streaming gems, check out how Jeremy Allen White's heartbreaking indie found new life on Netflix, or dive into the Enola Holmes movies surging ahead of their June 2026 sequel.
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