A Simple Favor
A Simple Favor

A Simple Favor

2018Movie117 minEnglish

Stephanie, a dedicated mother and popular vlogger, befriends Emily, a mysterious upper-class woman whose son Nicky attends the same school as Miles, Stephanie's son. When Emily asks her to pick Nicky up from school and then disappears, Stephanie undertakes an investigation that will dive deep into Emily's cloudy past.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic67/100
Google Users82%
Director: Paul FeigGenres: Comedy, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A suburban vlogger, Stephanie, seeks to uncover the truth behind her enigmatic best friend Emily's sudden disappearance. As she delves deeper into Emily's life, Stephanie uncovers a web of secrets, lies, and betrayals involving Emily's husband and a dangerous past. The investigation spirals into a thrilling and darkly comedic game of cat and mouse, blurring the lines between friendship and deception.

Critical Reception

A Simple Favor was generally well-received by critics, who praised its stylish direction, sharp wit, and strong performances from its lead actresses. The film was lauded for its blend of dark comedy, thriller elements, and unexpected twists, though some found the plot a bit convoluted in its later stages. Audiences also responded positively to its suspenseful narrative and charismatic cast.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylish direction and sharp, witty screenplay.
  • Commended for the strong chemistry and performances of Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively.
  • Applauded for its effective blend of dark comedy and suspenseful thriller elements.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'A Simple Favor,' appreciating its unexpected plot twists, engaging mystery, and the compelling performances from the lead actors. Many found the film to be a fun and stylish thriller with a good sense of humor, although a few noted that some plot developments could be hard to believe.

Fun Fact

Blake Lively wore over 50 different designer outfits throughout the film, many of which were tailored specifically for her character's transformation.

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tmdb51616167

tmdb51616167

" A Simple Favor" stars Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively, two actresses who have been steadily climbing the ranks in the entertainment industry since their humble beginnings in television. Now, they are making their mark in the cinematic worl...
Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

You know I was confused a lot but interested. Suspense thriller it turned into. It all makes sense though in the end. Really enjoyed watching this.
Stephen Campbell

Stephen Campbell

_**Stylish, self-aware, and hilarious - a (mostly) enjoyable parody**_ >_My mother used to say: Everyone has secrets. That's why you can never really know anyone else. Or trust anyone. It's why you can never know yourself. Sometimes we e...
Gimly

Gimly

I **really** don't know what vibe _A Simple Favor_ was going for, but I know I kinda liked it. _Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. Would personally recommend you give it a go._
Dsnake1

Dsnake1

First and foremost, this film feels like someone went to their local grocery store, grabbed a random three-dollar mystery novel off the checkout shelf, and decided to make it a movie with some extremely popular and attractive people. In oth...