Dakota Johnson-starrer The High Note gets direct digital release

The High Note, featuring Dakota Johnson and Tracee Ellis Ross, is the latest film to head straight to video on-demand amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

The film was initially scheduled for May 8 theatrical release. It will now be available on digital platforms from May 29. 

The High Note, directed by Nisha Ganatra and written by Flora Greeson, is set in the world of the Los Angeles music scene. The story follows the journey of Grace Davis (Ross), a superstar whose talent and ego have reached unbelievable heights, and Maggie (Johnson), her overworked personal assistant. Other cast members include Kelvin Harrison Jr, Zoe Chao, Eddie Izzard, Bill Pullman, and Diplo.

Some other recent Hollywood films that skipped theatre release include An American Pickle, animated comedy Scoob!, and King of Staten Island.