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20262h 0mUnited States of America

The Adding Machine

Synopsis

Uncover the darkest sides of human nature in this experimental revival from The New Group. Meet Mr. Zero—he's just another cog. He can’t fulfill his own needs, much less those of his wife Mrs. Zero, or his workwife Daisy. But when Mr. Zero’s boss replaces him with a machine, Mr. Zero is left with nothing but his most despicable instincts. Follow his existential journey as he grapples with what it means to be replaceable in a world where efficiency trumps humanity, a world that feels scarily current, despite being written over 100 years ago.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Scott Elliott
Screenplay & Story
Elmer Rice, Thomas Bradshaw
Original Title
The Adding Machine
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
2h 0m
Production Studios
The New Group, The League of Live Stream Theater

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Scott Elliott

Screenplay & Story

Elmer Rice, Thomas Bradshaw

Department Leadership Roster

Elmer Rice

Writer

Scott Elliott

Director

Catherine Zuber

Catherine Zuber

Costume Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Adding Machine.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Adding Machine

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Adding Machine about?

Uncover the darkest sides of human nature in this experimental revival from The New Group. Meet Mr. Zero—he's just another cog. He can’t fulfill his own needs, much less those of his wife Mrs. Zero, or his workwife Daisy. But when Mr. Zero’s boss replaces him with a machine, Mr. Zero is left with nothing but his most despicable instincts. Follow his existential journey as he grapples with what it means to be replaceable in a world where efficiency trumps humanity, a world that feels scarily current, despite being written over 100 years ago.

Who directed The Adding Machine?

The Adding Machine was directed by Scott Elliott.

Who stars in The Adding Machine?

The principal cast of The Adding Machine includes Daphne Rubin-Vega, Jennifer Tilly, Sarita Choudhury, Michael Cyril Creighton.

When was The Adding Machine released and how long is it?

The Adding Machine was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.