National Theatre Live: Golden Boy
2026
Drama
Trailer
1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with extraordinary talent and a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. Pressured by a ruthless manager, tempted by a forbidden love, and bound by the expectations of his Italian-American family, Joe is a young man torn between the seductive promise of the American Dream and the quiet honor of a decent life. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become, and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side. Sam Yates directs Josh O'Connor in this searing revival of Clifford Odets' knockout American classic. Brought to life with a live string quartet, this propulsive drama explores ambition, identity, and the high price of success.
Crew
- Director Sam Yates
- Writer Clifford Odets
Cast
Josh O'Connor
Joe Bonaparte
Jason Barnett
Tokio
Richard Fleeshman
Frank
David Ganly
Roxy
Patrick Martins
Pepper White / Journalist
Oliver Ryan
Mickey / Drake / Driscoll
Hayley Squires
Lorna
Stanley Townsend
Mr. Bonaparte
Zubin Varla
Eddie Fuseli
Nicholas Woodeson
Mr. Carp / Barker
Daniel Mays
Moody
- O
Oscar Prout
Young Joe Bonaparte
Crew
- Director — Sam Yates
- Writer — Clifford Odets
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