The Weeknd’s Exclusive Film Screening: ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’

Fans of The Weeknd, the musical persona of Abel Tesfaye, are in for a treat as they can experience an early screening of his upcoming film, Hurry Up Tomorrow. Set for a nationwide one-night-only event, the screening will take place at 6 p.m. local time on May 14, just two days prior to the film’s official release in theaters.

Ticket Sales and Exclusive Content

Tickets for this early screening will be available for purchase starting April 17. Attendees will not only be among the first to witness the film but will also have access to exclusive bonus content following the movie.

Film Overview and Cast

Hurry Up Tomorrow stars The Weeknd alongside Jenna Ortega and Barry Keoghan. The film explores a fictionalized narrative centered on The Weeknd, who is depicted as being “plagued by insomnia” and embarking on a journey with a mysterious stranger who begins to dismantle the very essence of his existence.

Cast Insights from The Weeknd

In a January interview with Variety, The Weeknd expressed admiration for his co-stars. He praised Jenna Ortega for bringing a profound depth to her character, recalling a particular scene where her spontaneous creativity transformed the moment, stating, “Jenna brought so much depth to the character … there was a scene where Trey and I looked at each other like, ‘On paper, this is just ridiculous — how is it going to translate on screen?’ And she said, ‘I have an idea.’ She led that whole scene — none of it was rehearsed, and a lot of my reactions in it are not acting.”

He also highlighted Barry Keoghan’s raw talent, noting, “[Barry] was a friend of mine prior to all this, and he was always number one on my list for his role. What makes him different from Jenna is that his talent is so raw, it just comes so naturally to him.”

A Transition in The Weeknd’s Career

This film not only expands The Weeknd’s artistic repertoire but also signifies a pivotal moment in his career. He revealed that this project marks the conclusion of his work under the alias “The Weeknd,” which he plans to retire, as discussed in the same interview with Variety. The accompanying album of the same name, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, completes a trilogy that includes his previous albums, After Hours and Dawn FM.

Upcoming Tour

As anticipation builds for the film’s release, The Weeknd is also set to embark on his After Hours Til Dawn Tour, commencing on May 9 in Phoenix, providing fans with another opportunity to engage with his music live.

Conclusion

The announcement of this exclusive film screening has generated excitement among fans, marking a highly anticipated event as they await the full premiere of Hurry Up Tomorrow in theaters.