The Sing franchise is returning in a whole new avatar with Sing: Thriller. Netflix has announced a special short film based on the hit animated franchise, arriving just in time for Halloween and released on October 16, 2024.
The short feature is an ode to Michael Jackson’s classic track Thriller and features characters from the first two movies. The story follows the cast of Sing, who head to Clay Calloway’s Halloween party, only to find out that he and his guests have turned into dancing freaks.
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The short film is written and directed by Garth Jennings, the film series director. Some of the original cast members have returned to voice the iconic characters in the feature.
When will Sing: Thriller be released on Netflix?
Sing: Thriller premiered on Netflix on October 16, 2024. So you can go ahead and check it out right away. The film has a runtime of only 11 minutes, and its spooky theme and narrative make it the perfect watch for the Halloween season.
Meanwhile, Sing (2016) is available to stream on Netflix, while Sing 2 (2021) can be watched on Amazon Freevee.
What is the plot of Sing: Thriller?
The official synopsis for the short film as written on Netflix is,
“After staging a spectacular version of ‘Thriller’ at the New Moon Theatre, Buster Moon and the cast of Sing leave to celebrate at Clay Calloway’s Halloween party. But when our heroes arrive, they discover a mysterious, multicolored ooze has transformed Clay and his guests into dancing freaks.”
The film is based on Michael Jackson’s global hit Thriller, released in 1983. Rod Temperton penned the lyrics and wrote the music of the track. The song was a part of the eponymous album by MJ and became a cultural phenomenon over the years.
As for why the makers chose to base the film around Thriller, producer Chris Meledandri told Tudum,
“There are very few songs that have made as tremendous of a cultural impact as ‘Thriller.’ With its infectious rhythm, iconic dance moves, and unforgettable beat, it continues to inspire people across generations.
Our new short film, featuring the beloved characters from Sing, aims to enchant those who know and love the classic while inviting new audiences to discover it in a fun and exciting way.”
Who is in the cast of Sing: Thriller?
Sing: Thriller features the voices of stars like Matthew McConaughey and Scarlett Johansson, who reprise their roles from the film franchise. The full cast is as follows:
- Matthew McConaughey as Buster Moon
- Tori Kelly as Meena
- Nick Kroll as Gunter
- Scarlett Johansson as Ash
- Taron Egerton as Johnny
- Garth Jennings as Miss Crawly
However, Reese Witherspoon, who lent her voice to Rosita, the pig, in the Sing movies, hasn’t reprised her role in the short film.
The first film was released in 2016 and revolved around Buster Moon, who organized a singing contest to protect his theater and restore it to its former glory. The jukebox musical comedy was a blockbuster, earning over $600 million at the box office.
The franchise then continued with Sing 2 in 2021. The movie follows Buster, who tries to impress a music mogul by organizing a musical with rock star Clay Calloway.
The sequel was also a commercial success and collected over $400 million worldwide. A third Sing film was announced in 2023 and is currently in development.
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