Storyline
Jazz, Broadway and the Great Depression. In 1930s New York City, international financier Gregor Antonescu's luck has finally run out. As news of a catastrophic business deal ripples across the world, he flees to the apartment of his estranged son Basil. Truths are uncovered and relationships are tested as Gregor gets down to business, to save his reputation and keep his empire from collapse. In his National Theatre debut, director Anthony Lau (The Crucible) brings a sharp, contemporary edge to Terence Rattigan's tale of paternity and corruption, with Ben Daniels (The Normal Heart) and Laurie Kynaston (Long Day's Journey into Night) playing father and son.
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Cast & Crew
Ben Daniels
Gregor Antonescu
Laurie Kynaston
Basil Anthony
Phoebe Campbell
Carol Penn
Nick Fletcher
Sven Johnson
Isabella Laughland
Countess Antonescu
Malcolm Sinclair
Mark Herries
Leo Wan
David Beeston
Frequently Asked Questions
National Theatre Live: Man and Boy was released on May 21, 2026.
The runtime of National Theatre Live: Man and Boy is 2h 11m.
National Theatre Live: Man and Boy is a Drama movie.
National Theatre Live: Man and Boy has a rating of 9.0 out of 10 on TMDB.
National Theatre Live: Man and Boy is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
National Theatre Live: Man and Boy was directed by Anthony Lau.
The main cast of National Theatre Live: Man and Boy includes Ben Daniels, Laurie Kynaston, Phoebe Campbell.
National Theatre Live: Man and Boy is originally in English.