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It’s official: The 2016 animated musical juggernaut Sing is now available to stream on Netflix!
If you haven’t had the chance to watch this enthusiastic family film, you’re in for a treat! Bursting onto the scene in December of 2016, this endearing musical comedy follows a group of anthropomorphic animals who enter a singing competition in the hopes of earning a shot at stardom. Written and directed by Garth Jennings, this upbeat, smile-inducing movie earned positive reviews by critics on its way to grossing over $630 million at the worldwide box office. Fans of this rewatchable charmer will be happy to know that a sequel to Sing has been officially announced and will be released on December 25, 2020.
Don’t click play just yet! Before you stream Sing on Netflix, Decider is here to answer all your questions about this animated delight!
Who is in the Sing cast?
This film features a truly impressive array of theatrical talent. Hollywood A-listers like Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, Jennifer Hudson, John C. Reilly, and Seth MacFarlane team with comedy favorites like Nick Kroll, Beck Bennett, Jay Pharoah, Leslie Jones, Nick Offerman, and Laraine Newman to deliver a delightful film that can be enjoyed by all ages.
And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Who is Taron Egerton?
You might be thinking to yourself, Hmm, where have I heard Johnny’s voice before? Well, you’re certainly not alone. Egerton portrayed Gary ‘Eggsy’ Unwin in 2014’s Kingsman: The Secret Service and starred alongside Hugh Jackman in 2016’s Eddie the Eagle.
Born in Birkenhead, Merseyside, Egerton made his acting debut on the British television drama Lewis back in 2013 and will star alongside Ansel Elgort, Emma Roberts, and Kevin Spacey in the upcoming film Billionaire Boys Club.
Who is Tori Kelly?
Have you been listening to Meena’s stirring rendition of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah” on repeat? Join the club!
The shy teenage elephant turned musical maven is portrayed by Grammy-nominated performer Tori Kelly. So how did Kelly catch her big break? After failing to make the top 24 during the ninth season of American Idol, a 16-year-old Tori began posting videos on YouTube. After her brush with Simon Cowell, she digitally released her own album, Handmade Songs by Tori Kelly, which went on to crack the top 10 on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart.
In 2015, Kelly’s debut studio album, Unbreakable Smile, debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200. Earning a Best New Artist and Favorite Breakout Artist at the 2016 Grammy Awards and People’s Choice Awards, respectively, Kelly’s career is clearly on the ascent.
Who performs the songs in Sing?
There’s no shortage of feel-good moments in this fun family flick, but Sing is best known for its killer soundtrack. Here are the original artists who performed a few of your Sing favorites:
- Johnny’s rendition of “I’m Still Standing” was originally performed by Elton John.
- Mike’s rendition of “My Way” was originally popularized by Frank Sinatra.
- Johnny’s rendition of “The Way I Feel Inside” was originally recorded by the British pop band the Zombies (and was also featured in Wes Anderson’s The Life Aquatic.)
- Gunter’s rendition of “Bad Romance” was originally performed by Lady Gaga.
- Johnny’s rendition of “Stay With Me” was originally performed by Sam Smith.
So… about that Reese Witherspoon/Nick Kroll cover of Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off…”
Don’t worry, we got you covered.
