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The Singers is Sam A. Davis's 2025 American musical comedy short, based on Ivan Turgenev and a co-winner of the 2026 Oscar for live action short.
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What Turgenev story is The Singers based on?
Sam A. Davis's The Singers is based on Ivan Turgenev's story The Singers from A Sportsman's Sketches, first published in the 1850s. The short moves that literary setup into a contemporary pub sing-off.
When did The Singers premiere and when did Netflix release it?
The Singers premiered at SXSW on March 8, 2025. Netflix acquired global streaming rights in January 2026 and released the 18-minute short on February 13, 2026.
Who is in the cast of The Singers?
The cast includes Michael Young, Chris Smither, Will Harrington, Judah Kelly, Matt Corcoran, and Michael Keyes. Reports around the film emphasized viral-video discovery and street casting rather than a conventional star-driven ensemble.
What Oscar did The Singers win?
The Singers tied with Two People Exchanging Saliva for Best Live Action Short Film at the 98th Academy Awards in 2026. Sam A. Davis and Jack Piatt were the credited winners for The Singers.
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