50 First Dates
50 First Dates

50 First Dates

2004Movie99 minEnglish

Henry is a player skilled at seducing women. But when this veterinarian meets Lucy, a girl with a quirky problem when it comes to total recall, he realizes it's possible to fall in love all over again…and again, and again. That's because the delightful Lucy has no short-term memory, so Henry must woo her day after day until he finally sweeps her off her feet.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users74%
Director: Peter SegalGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Henry Roth, a veterinarian working in Hawaii, falls for Lucy Whitmore, a charming art student. Their budding romance is complicated when Henry discovers that Lucy suffers from anterograde amnesia, a condition that causes her to lose her memory of events after waking up each morning. Despite the daily challenge of making her fall in love with him anew, Henry is determined to find a way to be with Lucy.

Critical Reception

50 First Dates received mixed reviews from critics, who often found the premise charming but the execution predictable. Audiences, however, generally responded more positively, appreciating the blend of humor and heartfelt moments. The film was a commercial success, becoming one of the highest-grossing romantic comedies of its release year.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's central conceit is endearing and provides ample opportunities for both humor and genuine emotion.
  • Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler share a comfortable chemistry that anchors the story.
  • While the romantic comedy tropes are familiar, the unique premise and charming performances elevate the material.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed '50 First Dates,' praising its lighthearted humor, the chemistry between the lead actors, and its sweet, albeit unconventional, love story. Some viewers found the premise a bit repetitive over time, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler agreed to make the film on the condition that they would be able to work together again after the success of 'The Wedding Singer'.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

A harmless feel-good romantic comedy with Adam Sandler on usual form as a bit of a commitment-phobe. That is, until he meets "Lucy" (Drew Barrymore") and he really thinks he has found true love. The snag is that she has some pretty serious ...
The Movie Mob

The Movie Mob

**Great laughs, ridiculously fun characters, and a sweet story make 50 First Dates a fantastic date night movie.** Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore bring their zany chemistry back together again to make my favorite Adam Sandler movie and ...