“Song Sung Blue Leads DEG Digital Transactions for Week of January 25”
Universal Pictures’ musical “Song Sung Blue” continues to dominate the digital sales and rentals landscape. It earned the top spot on the DEG: The Digital Entertainment Group’s list for the week ending January 25.
About “Song Sung Blue”
This film, written and directed by Craig Brewer, features Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. They portray Mike and Claire, two struggling musicians who create a Neil Diamond tribute band known as Lightning and Thunder. Their journey takes them from a modest garage to local gigs, ultimately leading to unexpected fame.
“Song Sung Blue” is inspired by Greg Kohs’ 2008 documentary of the same title. The film became available for premium digital rental and sale on January 13, capturing audience interest rapidly.
Top Digital Titles of the Week
Following “Song Sung Blue” in the DEG rankings were several notable releases:
- 2. Predator: Badlands – This 20th Century Studios film, released for premium digital rental on January 6, expands the “Predator” franchise. It introduces characters Dek, played by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, and Thia, portrayed by Elle Fanning. Set on a hostile planet, Dek teams up with Thia for a perilous quest.
- 3. The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants – Paramount’s new installment launched on January 20. SpongeBob and Patrick embark on an underworld adventure after summoning the ghost pirate The Flying Dutchman.
- 4. Nuremberg – This Sony Pictures Classics historical drama climbs to No. 4. The film portrays the monumental trials where high-ranking Nazi officials were held accountable for their wartime actions, featuring standout performances by Michael Shannon and Rami Malek.
- 5. Wicked: For Good – Although down from the previous week, this musical sequel adapts the latter half of the Broadway classic. With Ariana Grande as Glinda and Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, it dives deeper into the Wizard of Oz lore.
- 6. One Battle After Another – This action comedy, helmed by Paul Thomas Anderson, stars Leonardo DiCaprio. It chronicles the story of a former terrorist grappling with paranoia while trying to protect his daughter.
- 7. Bugonia – Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, this psychological comedy thriller features a cast including Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. It revolves around two friends who kidnap a CEO they believe is an alien.
- 8. Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 – Following a supernatural occurrence, this horror sequel reveals dark secrets about the origins of Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza.
- 9. Tron: Ares – This anticipated Disney title garnered attention but fell into ninth place.
- 10. Sarah’s Oil – Closing out the list, this MGM film rounds out the week’s top ten.
As “Song Sung Blue” continues to lead the digital marketplace, it reflects a growing interest in compelling narratives and engaging performances in cinema.
