Jennifer Lopez has delivered what may be one of the most transformative moments of her career with Kiss of the Spider Woman, the 2025 musical drama directed by Bill Condon (Dreamgirls, Chicago, Beauty and the Beast). Lopez takes the lead as Ingrid Luna — “The Spider Woman,” an embodiment of Old Hollywood glamor with devilish allure, in what critics are calling her breakout musical performance. This film is not just a starring role — it’s her first full-fledged movie musical and a long-awaited dream come true.
The film premiered at Sundance Films Festival in January 2025 and promptly received a standing ovation — a welcoming reception that moved Lopez to tears. “I’ve been waiting for this moment my whole life,” she said during the Q&A session.
Adapted from the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical by Kander, Ebb, and Terrence McNally, the film reimagines familiar musical numbers by immersing audiences in the contrasted worlds of gritty prison reality and lush Hollywood fantasy. Three new songs—“I Will Dance Alone,” “Never You,” and “An Everyday Man”—were added, expanding the film’s emotional and musical scope.
Behind the Scenes: Lopez served as a co-producer alongside heavyweights including Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and her own Nuyorican Productions. Production wrapped in mid-2024 after an intense schedule—choreography honed by weeks of rehearsals with routines shot in full, long takes, an ambitious approach inspired by classic musicals. “It was exhilarating and exhausting,” she admitted of the grueling process.
The theatrical release is set for October 10, 2025, with distribution handled by Lionsgate, Roadside Attractions, and LD Entertainment. Early reviews have been glowing, with many pointing specifically to Lopez’s performance as a standout — generating what some are already calling Oscar buzz.
This film marks a compelling new chapter for Lopez — blurring boundaries between her music and acting careers while reaffirming her as an artist capable of reinventing herself on her own terms.
