National Theatre at Home: The Grapes of Wrath

The Joad family travels across the United States toward California, seeking employment and a fresh start in a promised land. Their journey is marked by disappointment and failed expectations, while highlighting themes of human resilience and compassion.

This production was filmed live at the National Theatre in the United Kingdom. It is an adaptation of a story by John Steinbeck and was directed by Carrie Cracknell. In her directorial timeline, this project follows Nora from 2012 and Persuasion from 2022. The cast features 26 credited performers, including Cherry Jones as Ma Joad, Harry Treadaway as Tom Joad, and Natey Jones as Jim Casy. Other cast members include Zoe Aldrich, Afolabi Alli, and Rhys Bailey. The film has a total runtime of 146 minutes.