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The History of Sound (2025)

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Released September 12, 2025Runtime 2h 8mDirector Oliver Hermanus

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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Cast of The History of Sound

Paul Mescal

Paul Mescal

Lionel Worthing
Josh O'Connor

Josh O'Connor

David White
Chris Cooper

Chris Cooper

Older Lionel
Molly Price

Molly Price

Lionel's Mother
Raphael Sbarge

Raphael Sbarge

Lionel's Father
Hadley Robinson

Hadley Robinson

Belle Sinclair
Michael Schantz

Michael Schantz

Bob Sinclair
Peter Mark Kendall

Peter Mark Kendall

Nathan McCloud
Emma Canning

Emma Canning

Clarissa Roux
Alison Bartlett

Alison Bartlett

Samantha
Alessandro Bedetti

Alessandro Bedetti

Vincent
Briana Middleton

Briana Middleton

Thankful Mary Swain

About The History of Sound

Where can I watch The History of Sound?

The History of Sound is currently streaming in the United States on Hulu, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel.

Who stars in The History of Sound?

The History of Sound stars Paul Mescal, Josh O'Connor, Chris Cooper, Molly Price, Raphael Sbarge.

Who directed The History of Sound?

The History of Sound was directed by Oliver Hermanus.

How long is The History of Sound?

The History of Sound has a runtime of 2h 8m.

What is The History of Sound about?

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.