Quick overview
Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds: Live (2006) puts the genre vibe front and center, aiming for clarity, momentum, and a clean payoff. It favors steady pacing and a few well-timed beats over constant escalation, which makes it easy to follow. The cast—featuring Richard Burton, Justin Hayward, and Russell Watson—helps anchor the story and sell the character chemistry. Ratings hover around 4.1/10, and it’s likely to land best with fans of the genre. Streaming, rental, and purchase options can change by region and date—check this page for the latest availability.
Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds: Live (2006)
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Released: November 6, 2006
Runtime: 110 min
: 4.1/10 from 16 votes
The live version of Jeff Wayne's 1978 bestselling album was brought to the stage in 2006 as part of a sell-out tour of the UK. Filmed at London's Wembley Arena, and using a blend of theatre, music and visual imagery, the production incorporates performers from the original recording, including Justin Hayward, Chris Thompson and Wayne himself. There's also audio and visual elements featuring Richard Burton, as well as the ten-piece Black Smoke Band and the 48-piece Ulladubulla Strings.
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