Photo credit: Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. (Photos courtesy of production; Bernthal photo courtesy of Warner Bros.)
Jon Bernthal, Ebon Moss-Bachrach to star in new play 'Dog Day Afternoon' on Broadway
The two stars of The Bear will make their Broadway debuts in Stephen Adly Guirgis's stage adaptation of the Oscar-winning 1975 crime drama film in spring 2026.
UPDATE: Dog Day Afternoon, starring The Bear's Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, will play at the August Wilson Theatre starting March 10, 2026. Opening night is March 30.
Emmy Award winner Jon Bernthal and two-time Emmy winner Ebon Moss-Bachrach will make their Broadway debuts in Dog Day Afternoon in spring 2026, with dates and a theatre to be announced.
Bernthal and Moss-Bachrach are best known for their performances on The Bear, and they will now star as Sonny Amato and Sal DeSilva, respectively, in the stage adaptation of the Oscar-winning film of the same name. Set in 1972 Brooklyn, Dog Day Afternoon tells the story of a high-profile, real-life bank robbery that captured the attention of the city as they followed every move of a man on the edge.
Dog Day Afternoon is adapted for the stage by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis (Between Riverside and Crazy, The Motherf---er with the Hat) and directed by two-time Olivier Award winner Rupert Goold (King Charles III).
Additional cast and creative team members have yet to be announced.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dog Day Afternoon about?
Dog Day Afternoon is a fast-paced play based on the real-life bank robbery that caused a news sensation in the 1970s.
Where is Dog Day Afternoon playing?
Dog Day Afternoon is playing at August Wilson Theatre. The theatre is located at 245 West 52nd Street, New York, 10019.
How long is Dog Day Afternoon?
The running time of Dog Day Afternoon is 2hr 15min. Incl. 1 intermission.
How do you book tickets for Dog Day Afternoon?
Book tickets for Dog Day Afternoon on New York Theatre Guide.
What's the age recommendation for Dog Day Afternoon?
The recommended age for Dog Day Afternoon is Ages 16+..
Who wrote Dog Day Afternoon?
Pulitzer Prize winner Stephen Adly Guirgis writes this play based on true events.
Who directs Dog Day Afternoon?
Rupert Goold (King Charles III), who has won an Olivier Award, directs.
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