About Time

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About Time

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Released Nov 8, 2013

2h 4m

Romance

Comedy

Fantasy

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When Tim Lake (Domhnall Gleeson) is 21, his father (Bill Nighy) tells him a secret: The men in their family can travel through time. Although he can't change history, Tim resolves to improve his life by getting a girlfriend. He meets Mary (Rachel McAdams), falls in love and finally wins her heart via time-travel and a little cunning. However, as his unusual life progresses, Tim finds that his special ability can't shield him and those he loves from the problems of ordinary life.

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Critics Consensus

Beautifully filmed and unabashedly sincere, About Time finds director Richard Curtis at his most sentimental.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

Try as I might, and I did try, I just could not find it interesting or affecting, in any way.

Sep 5, 2018

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Candice Frederick

Reel Talk Online

The film is an overly long attempt for its lead character to create the picturebook life of his dreams.

Rated: C-

Sep 6, 2017

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Francesca Steele

Independent (UK)

[About Time] is less a rom com than a family drama and though it loses its way in the middle, it is when Curtis allows these familial ties to shine that the film comes into its own.

Aug 11, 2017

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JD Duran

InSession Film

Sure, some of it is stereotypical but the second half of the film was devastating. The script turns from romantic comedy to a father-son relationship that is charming, yet heartbreaking at the same time.

Aug 12, 2024

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Iván Kazi

EscribiendoCine

Despite its uneven presentation, the film's message is consistent and has to do with the human condition and the consistencies in relationships that either unite or distance people. Affection, loyalty, Trust. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 7/10

Apr 6, 2023

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Jennifer Bisset

CNET

Don't be a cynic and watch this ridiculously charming sci-fi romance. No, its time travel concept doesn't make watertight sense.

Mar 21, 2023

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Steven S

This film is my all time favorite!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/21/25

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Hannah M

Stunning and moving film. So many poignant moments that stay with you. Don't over-think it as there may be some flaws in some of the time-travelling but it's so beautifully written and performed they don't matter. I fell in love with the characters, and just adore the father-son relationship that runs throughout. Up there with my top 5 movies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/19/25

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Todd C

In my opinion, this movie is a masterpiece in film making. Cinematography, love, traveling in time, very uplifting and emotional. A well written story, fresh and new. About Time, has moved towards the top of my favorite movies list.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/24/25

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da butler2008 a

My favorite Cinema. I want to say abusolute cinema. this movie was cleaned upp my dirty mind 48 hours no gonna lie. for real guys.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/15/25

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D P

Kooky. Charming. No need to watch it again. There is a piece in the story that just bothers me. The friend who is a playwright-- it just seems his play failed purely to justify having to keep going back in time. It was forced, and it made the story goofier than it had to be.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

01/14/25

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Muhammad M

It's one of the best movie about life. Watch it. It'll change how you live your life 💮

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/08/25

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Synopsis

When Tim Lake (Domhnall Gleeson) is 21, his father (Bill Nighy) tells him a secret: The men in their family can travel through time. Although he can't change history, Tim resolves to improve his life by getting a girlfriend. He meets Mary (Rachel McAdams), falls in love and finally wins her heart via time-travel and a little cunning. However, as his unusual life progresses, Tim finds that his special ability can't shield him and those he loves from the problems of ordinary life.

Director: Richard Curtis
Producer: Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Nicky Kentish Barnes
Screenwriter: Richard Curtis
Distributor: Universal Pictures
Production Co: Working Title Films
Rating: R (Some Sexual Content|Language)
Genre: Romance, Comedy, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 8, 2013, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 1, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $15.3M
Runtime: 2h 4m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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