---
title: "The Prom"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-prom-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 611213
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 131
community_rating: 6.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# The Prom (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-prom-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Prom is a 2020 American musical film produced by Netflix and based on a Broadway musical of the same name. The plot follows a group of flamboyant Broadway performers who travel to a conservative high school in Indiana after the PTA bans same-sex couples from attending the annual prom, intending to support two lesbian students while boosting their own images.

As a romance and comedy with LGBT themes, the film features a high-profile cast including Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, James Corden, Kerry Washington, Keegan-Michael Key, Andrew Rannells, Ariana DeBose, and Jo Ellen Pellman. The production blends musical elements with a narrative focused on the right for everyone to celebrate.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Broadway stars visit a conservative Indiana high school to support students banned from their prom."

### Why Watch
- Features a cast including Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman, and James Corden
- Based on a Broadway musical
- Explores themes of inclusivity and celebration

### Caveats & Content Note
- Some viewers may find the 2 hour and 11 minute runtime long
- Tone & Suitability: This PG-13 romance and comedy maintains a musical tone throughout its 2 hour and 11 minute duration.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #lgbt-themed, #musical-film, #broadway-adaptation, #romance-comedy, #conservative-town-setting

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-prom-2020#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ryan Murphy
- **Networks / Studios**: Dramatic Forces, StoryKey Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Meryl Streep** as *Dee Dee Allen*
- **James Corden** as *Barry Glickman*
- **Nicole Kidman** as *Angie Dickinson*
- **Kerry Washington** as *Mrs. Greene*
- **Keegan-Michael Key** as *Principal Hawkins*
- **Andrew Rannells** as *Trent Oliver*
- **Ariana DeBose** as *Alyssa Greene*
- **Jo Ellen Pellman** as *Emma Nolan*
- **Tracey Ullman** as *Vera*
- **Kevin Chamberlin** as *Sheldon*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream The Prom?
The film is a Netflix production.

### Q: Is The Prom worth watching?
It features a cast of acclaimed actors and is based on a Broadway musical.

### Q: What is the duration of the movie?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes.

### Q: What is the age rating for this film?
The film is rated PG-13.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Prom — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/611213)
- [The Prom (2020) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/810716-the-prom/prehled/)
- [The Prom (2020) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/film/175622-the-prom)
- [The Prom – Wikipedie](https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Prom)

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