How to Be Single
How to Be Single

How to Be Single

2016Movie110 minEnglish

New York City is full of lonely hearts seeking the right match, and what Alice, Robin, Lucy, Meg, Tom and David all have in common is the need to learn how to be single in a world filled with ever-evolving definitions of love.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users66%
Director: Christian DitterGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Alice is a young woman who decides to take a break from her long-term relationship to explore her single life in New York City. She befriends Robin, a free-spirited woman who guides her through the exciting but often chaotic world of casual dating. Meanwhile, her sister Meg, a dedicated doctor, unexpectedly becomes pregnant and decides to have the baby alone, while their friend Lucy searches for 'the one' through various dating apps. The film follows their individual journeys of self-discovery and their evolving friendships as they navigate love, heartbreak, and independence in their twenties and thirties.

Critical Reception

How to Be Single received mixed reviews from critics. While praised for its energetic performances, particularly from Rebel Wilson, and its relatable portrayal of modern single life, many found the plot predictable and lacking in originality. Audiences generally had a more positive reception, appreciating its lighthearted humor and themes of female empowerment.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ensemble cast and humorous moments, especially Rebel Wilson's performance.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and predictable romantic resolutions.
  • Appreciated for its exploration of female friendships and independence in the modern dating world.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film for its humor and relatable themes of finding oneself. Many found the cast engaging and the story lighthearted, though some pointed out that it didn't offer many groundbreaking insights into relationships.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 2008 novel of the same name by Liz Tuccillo, who also co-wrote the screenplay.

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Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

Really good movie. Really funny and not your typical romance movie. Very raunchy comedy.
Reno

Reno

**The young women's attempts to get the life they wanted.** Another novel based film from the director of 'Love, Rosie'. About the four young women that tells how to enjoy the life by balancing the men and the parties. Very interesting c...