Love Actually
Seen it?2003 | 135 min | Comedy, Romance, Drama
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
People are still talking about it and it drew serious awards attention, though it had middling reviews (64% on Rotten Tomatoes). 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 Notting Hill or Bridget Jones's Diary, start here.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 15 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Eight very different couples deal with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
64% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsStrong
Won 1 BAFTA: BAFTA: Best Actor in a Supporting Role. Also nominated for 2 Golden Globes, 2 more BAFTAs and 1 Critics' Choice Award. Plus 8 other awards.
- Box office & staying powerStrong
$251 million worldwide on a $40 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 1.5 million people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Richard Curtis
- Hugh GrantThe Prime Minister
- Alan RickmanHarry
- Emma ThompsonKaren
- Liam NeesonDaniel
- Martine McCutcheonNatalie
- Colin FirthJamie Bennett
- Bill NighyBilly Mack
- Laura LinneySarah
- Lúcia MonizAurelia
- Andrew LincolnMark