Juliet & Romeo is a 2025 American musical romantic drama film written and directed by Timothy Scott Bogart. The film is set in 1301 at the end of the Medieval era. It portrays the iconic star-crossed lovers, Juliet and Romeo, as they challenge the historical narrative that Shakespeare’s original story was based upon, revealing truths that could alter the future of the Empire. The film features original pop music that brings contemporary energy to the timeless tale.
Movie Title: Juliet & Romeo
Year of Release: 2025
Date of Release: May 9, 2025 (United States)
Director: Timothy Scott Bogart
Writer: Timothy Scott Bogart
Producers: Timothy Scott Bogart, Jessica Martins, Chris Torto
Production Companies: Briarcliff Entertainment, Hero Entertainment, Rainmaker Films
Distributor: Briarcliff Entertainment
Cast and Roles:
- Clara Rugaard as Juliet
- Jamie Ward as Romeo
- Jason Isaacs as Lord Montague
- Rebel Wilson as Lady Capulet
- Rupert Everett as Lord Capulet
- Dan Fogler as The Apothecary
- Derek Jacobi as The Friar
- Rupert Graves as Prince Escalus
- Ferdia Walsh-Peelo as Tybalt
- Tayla Parx as Rosaline
- Ledisi as Vesante
- Dennis Andres as Lord Paris
- Martina Ortiz Luis as Veronica
- Nicholas Podany as Mercutio
- Max Parker as Benvolio
- Alex Grech as Tommaso
Running Time: 122 minutes
Age Rating: PG-13 (for some violence, bloody images, and suggestive material)
Country: United States
Language: English
Genres: Drama, Musical, Romance
Music: E. Kidd Bogart
Cinematography: To Be Announced
Editing: To Be Announced
Note:
Juliet & Romeo was initially announced under the title Verona before being renamed. Filming took place on location in Verona, Italy.
