Thomas Kail

Thomas Kail (born January 20, 1977) is an American theatre and television director known for directing the Off-Broadway and productions of Lin-Manuel Miranda's musicals In the Heights and Hamilton, garnering the 2016 Tony Award for Best Direction of a Musical for the latter. Kail was awarded the Kennedy Center Honor in 2018. He has also directed the television series Fosse/Verdon (2019), for which he was nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards. Description above from the Wikipedia article Thomas Kail, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Works

Moana

In Ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by Maui reaches the island of an impetuous Chieftain, his willful daughter answers the Ocean's call to seek out the demigod to set things right.

Release Date:2026-07-09

Department:Directing

Job:Director

We Were the Lucky Ones
7.6

We Were the Lucky Ones

The true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive—and to reunite.

Release Date:2024-03-28

Department:Production

Job:Executive Producer

Episode Count:8

Vote Count:63

6.2

World's Best

Twelve-year-old mathematics genius Prem discovers his recently deceased father was a famous rapper and immediately sets out to learn more about his father’s life and passions. Empowered by imaginative hip-hop music-fueled fantasies, Prem is determined to find out if hip-hop truly is in his DNA.

Release Date:2023-06-23

Department:Production

Job:Producer

Vote Count:19

Up Here
6.4

Up Here

Set in New York City in 1999, Lindsay and Miguel fall in love and discover that the single greatest obstacle to finding happiness together might just be themselves — and the memories, obsessions, fears, and fantasies that lives inside their heads.

Release Date:2023-03-24

Department:Production

Job:Executive Producer

Episode Count:8

Vote Count:24

7.2

In the Heights

The story of Usnavi, a bodega owner who has mixed feelings about closing his store and retiring to the Dominican Republic or staying in Washington Heights.

Release Date:2021-06-10

Department:Crew

Job:Thanks

Vote Count:726

7.0

Hamilton: History Has Its Eyes On You

An intimate discussion about the groundbreaking musical that has become a global phenomenon featuring Hamilton's creator, its director, and cast members of the original Broadway production. A Harvard Historian also shares insight on the historical relevance and accuracy of the production.

Release Date:2020-07-10

Department:Directing

Job:Director

Character:

Vote Count:5

7.0

The Undefeated Presents: Hamilton In-Depth

Hamilton In-Depth is a roundtable discussion with Tony winners Lin-Manuel Miranda, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Leslie Odom Jr., Daveed Diggs, Phillipa Soo, Christopher Jackson, Okieriete Onaodowan, Anthony Ramos, Jasmine Cephas Jones and director Thomas Kail. Hosted by The Undefeated’s Kelley Carter, this special was done in promotion of Hamilton.

Release Date:2020-07-03

Department:Directing

Job:Director

Character:Self

Vote Count:2

8.2

Hamilton

Presenting the tale of American founding father Alexander Hamilton, this filmed version of the original Broadway smash hit is the story of America then, told by America now.

Release Date:2020-07-03

Department:Directing

Job:Director

Vote Count:1448

Tiny Beautiful Things

In this play based on the book Tiny Beautiful Things by Cheryl Strayed, Sugar is an anonymous online advice columnist—later revealed to be Strayed—who thousands of people have turned to for words of wisdom, honesty and hope. At first unsure of herself, Sugar finds a way to weave her own life experiences together with the deep yearning and real problems of her readers, creating a beloved column about the monstrous beauty, endless dark and glimmering light at the heart of being human.

Release Date:2020-05-02

Department:Directing

Job:Director

7.4

We Are Freestyle Love Supreme

This documentary follows the 15-year journey of the founding members of the improv hip-hop group Freestyle Love Supreme, as they reflect upon why this show remains such an important piece of their personal, creative, and professional history–from the basement of the Drama Bookshop in NYC to the Broadway stage.

Release Date:2020-01-28

Department:Production

Job:Producer

Character:Self

Vote Count:5

6.7

Hamilton: One Shot to Broadway

It’s the hit musical that changed Broadway forever and brought the genius of Lin Manuel Miranda to the attention of legions of fans across the world. A story of how a group of mavericks made an unlikely marriage of hip-hop and history to create the biggest show in America…and are getting ready to conquer the world. Featuring interviews with Miranda, as well as the cast and crew of Hamilton.

Release Date:2017-05-09

Vote Count:15

6.8

Hamilton's America

This documentary delves deeper into the creation of the Hamilton musical, revealing Lin-Manuel Miranda's process of absorbing and then adapting Hamilton's epic story into ground-breaking musical theater.

Release Date:2016-10-01

Character:Self

Vote Count:40

7.0

Grease Live

After enjoying a holiday romance, high school students Danny and Sandy are unexpectedly reunited when she transfers to Rydell High, where she must contend with cynical Rizzo and the Pink Ladies.

Release Date:2016-01-31

Department:Production

Job:Co-Executive Producer

Vote Count:295

Oliver Twist

Disney's contemporary remake of 'Oliver Twist.'

Department:Directing

Job:Director

Fiddler on the Roof

In a small Jewish community in a pre-Revolutionary Russian village, a poor milkman, determined to find good husbands for his five daughters, consults the traditional matchmaker – and also has words with God.

Department:Directing

Job:Director

6.3

Siempre, Luis

A story that embodies the tenacity and passion of the American Dream, this documentary is a portrait of the pioneering activist Luis A. Miranda Jr. Luis is a decades-long fighter for Latino communities, a key player in the New York and national political arena, and a loving father of three – including the award-winning composer, lyricist and actor, Lin-Manuel Miranda.

Release Date:2020-01-25

Character:Self

Vote Count:6

Fosse/Verdon
7.2

Fosse/Verdon

The story of the romantic and creative partnership between Bob Fosse and Gwen Verdon. He was a filmmaker and one of theater's most influential choreographers and directors; she was the greatest Broadway dancer of all time. Together, they changed the face of American entertainment — at a perilous cost.

Release Date:2019-04-09

Department:Directing

Job:Director

Episode Count:5

Vote Count:61

10.0

In the Heights: Chasing Broadway Dreams

Making it in New York City is tough. Few get the chance to live out their dreams, and the cast and crew of In the Heights know this all too well. This young, diverse group of relatively unknown artists and performers dreamed of making it on Broadway, but are well aware that a new original musical set outside a bodega in the Latino neighborhood of Washington Heights is a highly risky proposition. It took eight years in all, but they succeeded beyond their wildest expectations, winning four Tony Awards along the way, including Best Musical and Best Score for a Musical. This documentary chronicles the personal stories of composer/lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda and the cast of In the Heights in the months leading up to its 2008 opening night.

Release Date:2009-05-27

Character:Self

Vote Count:2

Charlie Rose
5.6

Charlie Rose

Acclaimed interviewer and Emmy-winning journalist Charlie Rose engages a wide range of guests, including philosophers, writers, politicians, athletes, entertainers, artists, business leaders, scientists, educators, and other newsmakers in one-on-one interviews and round-table discussions.

Release Date:1991-09-30

Character:Self - Guest

Episode Count:1

Vote Count:10

Tony Awards
4.6

Tony Awards

The Antoinette Perry Award for Excellence in Theatre, more commonly known as a Tony Award, recognizes achievement in live Broadway theatre. The awards are presented by the American Theatre Wing and The Broadway League at an annual ceremony in New York City. The awards are given for Broadway productions and performances, and an award is given for regional theatre.

Release Date:1956-04-01

Department:Sound

Job:Songs

Character:Self - Nominee

Episode Count:1

Vote Count:9

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