Paul Rudd stars as a struggling wedding singer in the comedy-drama Power Ballad.
Directed by John Carney, the story centers on Rick Power, who forms an unlikely bond with former boy band member Danny Wilson during a wedding performance. The relationship sours when Danny steals one of Rick’s compositions and transforms it into a chart-topping hit, prompting Rick to pursue revenge.
Joining Rudd in the cast are Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu, and Jack Reynor. Power Ballad premiered in UK cinemas on May 29, 2026.
Soundtrack Production and Composition
The film’s musical score was composed by songwriter Gary Clark and director John Carney, who is well-known for his music-centric films Once, Begin Again, and Sing Street.
Featured Tracks and Album Details
In addition to the original composition ‘How To Write A Song Without You’, the film incorporates covers of iconic tracks by Thin Lizzy and Bryan Adams. The complete soundtrack album is available below.
‘How To Write A Song Without You (Pop Version)’ – Nick Jonas
‘Celebration’ – Paul Rudd
‘Summer Of ‘69’ – Paul Rudd
‘The Power Of Love’ – Paul Rudd
‘Finishing Line’ – Paul Rudd
‘Fun Won’t Matter’ – Paul Rudd
‘The Boys Are Back In Town’ – Paul Rudd
‘I Wish’ – Nick Jonas, Paul Rudd
‘Spectacular’ – Nick Jonas
‘Satellite’ – Paul Rudd
‘How To Write A Song Without You (Nick Jonas Version)’ – Nick Jonas
‘Message In A Bottle’ – Paul Rudd
‘1984’ – Nick Jonas
‘Maneater’ – Paul Rudd
‘How To Write A Song Without You (Paul Rudd Version)’ – Paul Rudd
‘Dublin to L.A.’ – Paul Rudd
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