When Will Dear Evan Hansen Be Available To Stream
Okay, let's be real. We're all wondering the same thing: When, oh WHEN, will Dear Evan Hansen finally grace our streaming screens? I mean, I've already seen the stage production like, a lot. But my couch is just SO comfy.
It’s been a while since the movie debuted in theaters, hasn’t it? The wait feels longer than a teenage angst ballad! I’m starting to think I need a support group for people impatiently awaiting streaming releases.
The Streaming Void: Where is Evan?
Seriously, where IS Evan Hansen on streaming? It feels like it's lost in the digital ether. Maybe he's hiding from his past mistakes? Or just stuck in licensing limbo?
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I've checked all the usual suspects: Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime. Nothing! It's like they’re playing a cruel joke on us musical theatre fans.
My friend Brenda claims she saw a blurry version on a site that definitely looked questionable. I told her, “Brenda! Patience! We can't be contributing to the streaming underworld for Dear Evan Hansen!”
The Unpopular Opinion Section
And now for my potentially controversial take: Honestly? I didn't hate the movie. Yeah, yeah, I know. The internet went wild with criticism. But come on, Ben Platt tried his best!
Plus, the music is still fantastic, right? "Waving Through a Window" still hits hard. Even if Ben Platt looked a little too old to be in high school.
"It's okay to enjoy things, even if the internet tells you not to." - Me, just now.
So, I'm still holding out hope. Hope that one day, I'll be able to belt out "For Forever" from the comfort of my pajamas, without having to dig out my old DVD player. (Yes, I still own a DVD player.)
Decoding the Streaming Tea Leaves
Trying to figure out when a movie will stream is like trying to predict the weather. It's a guessing game! But here are some factors that might influence the release date.
Distribution deals play a huge role. Who owns the rights? Who's got a deal with which platform? It's all very corporate and boring, but it matters!
Also, the studio might be holding back for a specific reason. Maybe they're planning a special anniversary release. Or perhaps they're waiting for a lull in new releases to maximize views. It's all speculation at this point.
My Totally Unfounded Predictions
Okay, so here's my guess: Dear Evan Hansen will be available to stream… sometime in the next six months. Why? Because I want it to be! That's my logic, and I'm sticking to it.
Maybe it will land on Peacock, given Universal produced it. Or maybe it'll surprise us and pop up on HBO Max. Who knows! The suspense is killing me. And my need to re-watch awkwardly staged musical numbers.
Until then, I'll just keep refreshing my streaming apps. And maybe, just maybe, my dream of a cozy Dear Evan Hansen movie night will finally come true. Wish me luck (and send snacks).
While we are waiting, maybe we can re-watch the original Broadway performance. The stage version is always a great option!
In the meantime, let's all agree to be a little kinder online, okay? Maybe then, Evan Hansen will finally appear on our screens. (Probably not, but it's worth a shot!).
