George Clooney makes Broadway debut in “Good Night, and Good Luck”
George Clooney debuted on Broadway as Edward R. Murrow in the play “Good Night, and Good Luck,” which opened at the Winter Garden Theatre in March 2025 and has earned five Tony nominations.
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- Clooney portrays journalist Edward R. Murrow in the Broadway adaptation of “Good Night, and Good Luck.”
- The play opened at the Winter Garden Theatre in March 2025 and received five Tony nominations.
- Co-writer Grant Heslov and director David Cromer, a Tony winner, are part of the creative team.
- The cast includes Ilana Glazer, Glenn Fleshler, Clark Gregg and other Broadway talent.
- The production depicts 1950s newsroom battles and Murrow’s opposition to Senator Joseph McCarthy.
George Clooney steps onto the Broadway stage for the first time in “Good Night, and Good Luck,” portraying legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow in the highly anticipated adaptation of the acclaimed film. The play, co-written by Clooney and Grant Heslov and directed by Tony Award winner David Cromer, opened at the Winter Garden Theatre in March 2025 and quickly earned five Tony nominations.
The ensemble cast features a mix of Broadway newcomers and seasoned performers:.
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George Clooney as Edward R. Murrow.
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Ilana Glazer as Shirley Wershba.
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Glenn Fleshler as Fred Friendly.
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Clark Gregg as Don Hollenbeck.
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Carter Hudson as Joe Wershba.
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Paul Gross as William S. Paley.
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Mac Brandt as Colonel Anderson.
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Will Dagger as Don Hewitt.
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Christopher Denham as John Aaron.
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Georgia Heers as Ella.
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Fran Kranz as Palmer Williams.
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Jennifer Morris as Millie Green.
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Michael Nathanson as Eddie Scott.
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Andrew Polk as Charlie Mack.
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Aaron Roman Weiner as Don Surine.
The production brings to life the tense newsroom battles of the 1950s, spotlighting Murrow’s fight against Senator Joseph McCarthy’s Red Scare tactics. The creative team includes Tony winners for scenic, lighting, and costume design, adding to the show’s critical acclaim.
With Clooney’s star power and a powerhouse cast, “Good Night, and Good Luck” is one of Broadway’s must-see events of 2025.
Your questions, answered
Who does George Clooney play in the Broadway show “Good Night, and Good Luck?”
He plays legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow.
When did the Broadway production of “Good Night, and Good Luck” open?
It opened at the Winter Garden Theatre in March 2025.
How many Tony nominations has the play received?
The production has earned five Tony nominations.
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