A musical based on Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is officially on its way

A stage musical based on the Netflix film Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is currently in development.

The production will feature a book by Will Ferrell, Harper Steele and Anthony King, with music by Savan Kotecha. Direction will be by Alex Timbers.

The announcement follows the conclusion of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest. The film, released in 2020, starred Ferrell and Rachel McAdams as Icelandic musicians Lars Erickssong and Sigrit Ericksdottir, who are given the opportunity to represent their country at the Eurovision Song Contest. The film’s original song “Husavik (My Hometown)” was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song. It can be streamed on Netflix now.

The Eurovision Song Contest is organised by the European Broadcasting Union and has been held annually since 1956. It is broadcast to millions of viewers worldwide and has launched the careers of artists including ABBA and Celine Dion.

The musical is being produced by Lia Vollack. Further details, including casting and production timeline, have not yet been announced.