Tick, tick...BOOM!

tick, tick...BOOM! is an American musical directed by Lin Manuel-Miranda in his feature directorial debut, starring Andrew Garfield. It is based on the original stage show by the late Rent creator Jonathan Larson. The film is about a man on the verge of turning 30 and coming to terms with his current position in life.

On November 10, 2021, the film had its world debut at the AFI Fest, followed by a limited theatrical release two days later, before being released on Netflix on November 19.

Summary
"On the brink of turning 30, a promising theater composer navigates love, friendship and the pressure to create something great before time runs out."

- Official Netflix synopsis

"Set in 1990, tick, tick…BOOM! tells the story of Jon, an aspiring theater composer who is waiting tables in New York City while writing Superbia - which he hopes will be the next great American musical and finally give him his big break. Jon is also feeling pressure from his girlfriend Susan, who is tired of continuing to put her life on hold for Jon’s career aspirations. Meanwhile, his best friend and roommate Michael, has given up on his creative aspirations for a high paying advertising job on Madison Avenue and is about to move out. As Jon approaches his 30th birthday, he is overcome with anxiety – wondering if his dream is worth the cost."

- Netflix Press Release

Cast and Characters

 * Andrew Garfield as Jon
 * Alexandra Shipp as Karessa
 * Robin de Jesus as Michael
 * Vanessa Hudgens as Susan
 * Joshua Henry as Roger
 * Bradley Whitford as Stephen Sondheim
 * Judith Light as Rosa Stevens
 * Tariq Trotter as H.A.W.K. Smooth
 * MJ Rodriguez as Carolyn

Awards
It was nominated for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy and Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy (Garfield) at the 79th Golden Globe Awards, and was selected one of the best films of 2021 by the American Film Institute.