jukebox musical

noun

: a musical that features popular songs from the past

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Lately, the movie has been overshadowed by its jukebox musical counterpart, but the original film absolutely deserves its moment in the nightclub spotlight. — Kara Nesvig, Parents, 29 Aug. 2026 There was a jukebox musical in discussion with Ryan Coogler perhaps as a producer. — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 28 Aug. 2026 The jukebox musical weaves songs from across Keys’ career into the fictional Ali’s story. — Maya Santiago, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 The Fox series made its debut in May 2009 and was a jukebox musical comedy-drama series set at the fictional William McKinley High School in Lima, Ohio. — Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for jukebox musical

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First Known Use

1993, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of jukebox musical was in 1993

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“Jukebox musical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jukebox%20musical. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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