The Drama
Seen it?2026 | 105 min | Romance, Comedy, Drama
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
People are still talking about it and it made about 5 times its budget. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved The Invite or Carnal Knowledge, start here.
- The mood
- Darkly funny, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 45 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
A happily engaged couple is put to the test when an unexpected turn sends their wedding week off the rails.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
77% on Rotten Tomatoes, 59 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.9 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
Award season hasn't happened yet, so this isn't counted.
- Box office & staying powerStrong
$135 million worldwide on a $28 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 5.6 million people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Kristoffer Borgli
- ZendayaEmma
- Robert PattinsonCharlie
- Alana HaimRachel
- Mamoudou AthieMike
- Hailey Benton GatesMisha
- Sydney LemmonPauline
- Hannah GrossAlice
- Anna BaryshnikovSam
- Jordyn CuretYoung Emma
- Michael Abbott Jr.Blake