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The History of Sound

Name: The History of Sound
Genre: Drama, Romance, Music
Released: 2025-09-12
Duration: 2 h 8 min
Cast: Paul Mescal, Josh O'Connor, Chris Cooper, Molly Price, Raphael Sbarge

2025Directed by Oliver Hermanus

Drama · Romance · Music2h 8m

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In 1917, two young music students attending the Boston Conservatory bond over a mutual love of folk music. They reconnect a few years later, embarking on a song-collecting trip in the backwaters of Maine.

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Paul MescalLionel Worthing

Josh O'ConnorDavid White

Chris CooperOlder Lionel

Molly PriceLionel's Mother

Raphael SbargeLionel's Father

Hadley RobinsonBelle Sinclair

Michael SchantzBob Sinclair

Peter Mark KendallNathan McCloud

Emma CanningClarissa Roux

Alison BartlettSamantha

Alessandro BedettiVincent

Briana MiddletonThankful Mary Swain

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About The History of Sound

How long is The History of Sound?: The History of Sound runs 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes).
Who directed The History of Sound?: The History of Sound was directed by Oliver Hermanus.
Who is in the cast of The History of Sound?: The History of Sound stars Paul Mescal as Lionel Worthing, Josh O'Connor as David White and Chris Cooper as Older Lionel.
What language is The History of Sound in?: The History of Sound is in English, with some Italian.
Is The History of Sound family friendly?: No. It is rated R (restricted): under 17 requires a parent or adult guardian.
Is The History of Sound based on a true story or a book?: Yes. The History of Sound is based on a short story.
Where can I watch The History of Sound?: In the United States, The History of Sound is streaming on Hulu, MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel. Availability differs by country: see Stream above for yours.
When was The History of Sound released?: The History of Sound was released on September 12, 2025.