The Idea of You

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1h 55m,

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Based on the acclaimed, contemporary love story of the same name, The Idea of You centers on Solène (Anne Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mom who begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the lead singer of August Moon, the hottest boy band on the planet. When Solène must step in to chaperone her teenage daughter's trip to the Coachella Music Festival after her ex bails at the last minute, she has a chance encounter with Hayes and there is an instant, undeniable spark. 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.

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The Idea of You offers a welcome reminder that Anne Hathaway remains a thoroughly delightful rom-com lead -- and reaffirms that few filmmakers understand the genre better than Michael Showalter.

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Alejandra Martinez

TheWrap

Aug 8, 2024

Galitzine and Hathaway anchor the film and their chemistry is palpable, making every touch feel electric.

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Dwight Brown

DwightBrownInk.com

May 31, 2024

3/4

Within ten minutes, the story’s charm, beguiling characters and awkward situations are in full bloom.

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Robert Levin

Newsday

May 21, 2024

3/4

This is a substantial movie with the veneer of a frothy romantic comedy.

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Sebastian Zavala Kahn

Me gusta el cine

Jun 14, 2026

3.5/5

"The Idea of You" is predictable, yes, and it certainly does nothing to revolutionise the genre, but it is sweet and romantic enough to leave one happy and comfortable. [Full review in Spanish].

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Matthew Koss

The Wandering Screen (YouTube)

Aug 16, 2025

B

The idea of you is fantastical, seductive and so easy to watch.

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Marissa Hill

Shade Studios

Jul 29, 2025

In a genre that often treads familiar ground, The Idea of You is a welcome departure.

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Based on the acclaimed, contemporary love story of the same name, The Idea of You centers on Solène (Anne Hathaway), a 40-year-old single mom who begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell (Nicholas Galitzine), the lead singer of August Moon, the hottest boy band on the planet. When Solène must step in to chaperone her teenage daughter's trip to the Coachella Music Festival after her ex bails at the last minute, she has a chance encounter with Hayes and there is an instant, undeniable spark. 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.

Director: Michael Showalter
Producer: Cathy Schulman, Gabrielle Union, Anne Hathaway, Robinne Lee, Eric Hayes, Jordana Mollick, Michael Showalter
Screenwriter: Michael Showalter, Jennifer Westfeldt
Distributor: Amazon Studios
Production Co: Somewhere Pictures, Amazon Studios, I'll Have Another, Welle Entertainment
Rating: R (Some Language|Sexual Content)
Genre: Romance, Drama, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 2, 2024, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 2, 2024
Runtime: 1h 55m

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