Broadway has staged the first revival of Aaron Sorkin’s 1989 courtroom drama “A Few Good Men,” starring Bradley Whitford and Tom Blyth, with Krysta Rodriguez also in the cast. Reviews across outlets focus on how the production handles Sorkin’s military-legal premise and whether it brings new force to a story that is already widely known from its 1992 Oscar-nominated film adaptation.
Several critics describe the revival as lacking impact or cohesion. The New York Post calls it a “mediocre” courtroom drama that feels familiar and offers no surprises. The New York Times says it “gives up the fight” and lacks tactical cohesion, while the Guardian frames the stage version as an unwelcome return that feels like a missed opportunity, pointing to performance issues and a stage that doesn’t fit the material.
Other coverage highlights performances as a key strength. The Independent emphasizes that Bradley Whitford and Krysta Rodriguez shine. Deadline focuses on the play’s famous courtroom dialogue, suggesting the famous lines feel familiar but may land with less urgency in this production. Overall, outlets largely agree the revival does not fully recapture the sharpness associated with the original.
