RomanceDramaComedy

The Idea of You

- When the last thing you expect becomes the only thing you want.

40-year-old single mom Solène begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell, the lead singer of August Moon, the hottest boy band on the planet. As they begin a whirlwind romance, it isn't long before Hayes' superstar status poses unavoidable challenges to their relationship, and Solène soon discovers that life in the glare of his spotlight might be more than she bargained for.

Release Date : 2024-05-02

Language :English

Adult : false

Status : Released

Production Company : Welle EntertainmentSomewhere PicturesI'll Have AnotherSemi-Formal ProductionsAmazon MGM Studios

Production Country : United States of America

Alternative Titles :

Cast

Character Name : Solène Marchand

Original Name : Anne Hathaway

Gender : Female

Character Name : Hayes Campbell

Original Name : Nicholas Galitzine

Gender : Male

Character Name : Izzy

Original Name : Ella Rubin

Gender : Female

Character Name : Tracy

Original Name : Annie Mumolo

Gender : Female

Character Name : Daniel

Original Name : Reid Scott

Gender : Male

Character Name : Eva

Original Name : Perry Mattfeld

Gender : Female

Character Name : Zeke

Original Name : Jordan Aaron Hall

Gender : Male

Character Name : Georgia

Original Name : Mathilda Gianopoulos

Gender : Female

Character Name : Claire

Original Name : Meg Millidge

Gender : Female

Character Name : Jeremy

Original Name : Cheech Manohar

Gender : Male

Character Name : Oliver

Original Name : Raymond Cham Jr.

Gender : Male

Character Name : Adrian

Original Name : Jaiden Anthony

Gender : Male

Character Name : Simon

Original Name : Viktor White

Gender : Male

Character Name : Rory

Original Name : Dakota Adan

Gender : Male

Character Name : Jodie

Original Name : Roxy Rivera

Gender : Female

Character Name : Graham Norton

Original Name : Graham Norton

Gender : Male

Character Name : Nancy

Original Name : Grace Junot

Gender : Female

Character Name : Lawrence

Original Name : Jon Levine

Gender : Male

Character Name : Benny

Original Name : Demi Castro

Gender : Male

Character Name : Earl

Original Name : Trevor David

Gender : Male

Character Name : Todd

Original Name : Brent Bailey

Gender : Male

Character Name : Charlotte

Original Name : Chandler Lovelle

Gender : Female

Character Name : Amber

Original Name : Nina Bloomgarden

Gender : Female

Character Name : Priya

Original Name : Hedy Nasser

Gender : Female

Character Name : Bryan

Original Name : Luke Pierre Roness

Gender : Male

Character Name : Moonhead Woman

Original Name : Melanie Kiran

Gender : Female

Character Name : Desmond

Original Name : Rashal James

Gender : Male

Character Name : Brenda

Original Name : Angela Davis

Gender : Female

Character Name : Camp Mom

Original Name : Lauren Revard

Gender : Female

Character Name : Camp Mom

Original Name : Tiffany Morgan

Gender : Female

Character Name : Camp Dad

Original Name : Dustin Lewis

Gender : Male

Character Name : Counselor Molly

Original Name : Tanya Lim

Gender : Female

Character Name : Debbi

Original Name : Bethany Brown

Gender : Female

Character Name : Nina

Original Name : Trinity Ansah

Gender : Female

Character Name : Linda

Original Name : Holly A. Morris

Gender : Female

Character Name : Chateau House Staff

Original Name : Jean-Luc McMurtry

Gender : Male

Character Name : VIP Tent DJ

Original Name : Darryl Fields Jr.

Gender : Male

Character Name : Self (archive footage)

Original Name : Adele

Gender : Female

Reviews

Manuel São Bento

@msbreviews

2024-05-03

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://movieswetextedabout.com/the-idea-of-you-movie-review-a-formulaic-rom-com-that-struggles-to-stand-out/ "The Idea of You can't seem to find enough standout elements to compensate for the lack of narrative innovation, thematic depth, or compelling execution. Michael Showalter gets lost in the shallowness of the genre's countless formulas, the excessive fluffiness of the dialogues, and the dull clichés that fill a very familiar premise, failing to justify a frustratingly incoherent ending. While Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine's performances are blameless, the movie leaves much to be desired in terms of emotional impact. Disappointing..." Rating: C-

wogelib503

@wogelib503

2024-05-14

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://leakedcinema.com/en/movie/843527/TheIdeaofYou the fantasy here isn't about getting to fuck Harry Styles, it's more about having money to own a house/car in Los Angeles and being able to fly to New York on a whim so you can go fuck Harry Styles i think it's actually awesome that nicholas galitzine is only allowed to have men or milfs as love interests mid watching this, the guy sitting next me asked if this was a harry styles fanfic and when i told him it was, he sighed and walked out 😭😭😭 Do you know how many 40 year old women are going to be at Coachella next year because of this watched this with my mom and when it was over she said “this is how i felt about austin butler after elvis”

Hotplix

@Hotplix

2024-05-16

When the love sparks, it does not see age, and ‘The Idea of You’ film portrays the same. The film follows Solène, a 40-year-old single mom who fell in love with a 24-year-old Hayes Campbell, the lead singer of the August Moon band. Directed by Michael Showalter, the movie stars Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine. Read full article at https://hotplix.com/the-idea-of-you/

Hotplix

@Hotplix

2024-05-16

TheSceneSnobs

@TheSceneSnobs

2024-07-12

I am not usually drawn to romantic films where a woman changes her life and finds love when she least expects it. These films don't typically resonate with me, but I watched this one for review purposes and found myself really enjoying it. While the plot is simple, it is not without charm, and the acting meets the expectations for this genre, complete with its share of cheesy moments. However, it tells a pleasant story with some worthwhile themes. The plot may be straightforward, but it is executed well, providing a satisfying narrative arc. The story centers on a woman trying something new and unexpectedly finding love, a familiar trope that is handled with care and sincerity. Anne Hathaway is the standout performer in this film. She has a remarkable ability to elevate even the most formulaic scripts, bringing nuance and depth to her character. Her performance is both heartfelt and engaging, making her character's journey compelling to watch. While the film includes many of the genre's typical elements, such as predictable plot points and moments of cheesy dialogue, it manages to use these conventions to its advantage. The familiar beats of the romantic drama are present but are handled with a light touch that makes them enjoyable rather than tiresome. This film is a pleasant surprise. It might not break new ground in the romantic drama genre, but it offers a heartwarming story with strong performances. It's an enjoyable movie to watch with your significant other, providing a comforting mix of romance, humor, and genuine emotion. If you're looking for a feel-good film that touches on themes of love and self-discovery, this one is definitely worth a watch.