Power Ballad: Nick Jonas teams up with Paul Rudd for Lionsgate's upcoming musical comedy - Here's what we know so far

Robin Hood Benefit 2021 - Source: Getty
Nick Jonas at Robin Hood Benefit 2021 - Source: Getty

Power Ballad is the forthcoming film in the musical comedy genre. It's directed by John Carney, who has also written the screenplay with Peter McDonald. Carney is also producing it with Peter Cron, Robert Walpole, Anthony Bregman, and Rebecca O'Flanagan. Lionsgate will be releasing it on June 5, 2026.

Here is the official synopsis as per Letterboxd:

"Follows a wedding singer and a flagging pop star who come together to write a song to comedic consequences."

Recently, it was announced by Deadline that Nick Jonas has joined the film's cast along with Paul Rudd. Let us look into more about the upcoming film!


Everything we know about Power Ballad

Power Ballad will star Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas in pivotal roles. The film is about a guy named Rick who sings at weddings. Once a celebrity in his field, he is now struggling to make a name. He stumbles upon a fading boy band musician named Danny during an event. As the two become friends, Danny decides to use one of Rick's songs, which turns out to be a surprise hit. This creates a crack in their relationship as Rick believes he deserves the fame for it.

Here is a list of its cast members:

  • Paul Rudd as Rick
  • Nick Jonas as Danny
  • Sophie Vavasseur as Amanda
  • Marcella Plunkett
  • Jack Reynor
  • Havana Rose Liu
  • Peter McDonald

The film was announced last year in May. John Carney had issued a statement which read,

“I’m delighted to be working with so many great people. I’ve been working on this script with my buddy Peter for years, and now Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas are in my kitchen.”

WME Independent is taking care of the film's domestic distribution. It's representative Alex Walton said:

“We are so excited to bring John Carney’s next film to Cannes. John has a magic ability to weave great music into wonderfully engaging and universally relatable stories that make audience emotions run high. Power Ballad is fun and heartwarming – themes that audiences crave today. His unique vision, coupled with the global appeal of Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, will give buyers exactly what they’re looking for.”

The film is produced under the banners of 30West, Screen Ireland, Likely Story, and Treasure Entertainment. Power Ballad will be released alongside Animal Friends and Masters of the Universe. It's shot by Yaron Orbach, while Stephen O'Connell has edited the film.

Power Ballad will release theatrically on June 5, 2026.


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