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About Time

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About Time

R

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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Fico Cangiano

CineXpress Podcast

A sweet and charming tale of love, changes and regret, that will make you laugh, cry and most of all, think. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 3.5/5

Mar 28, 2025

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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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Suren V

Sincere, well written and beautifully acted. Makes you feel good and the positive message it leaves you with stays with you. Great background songs.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/27/25

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Haris T

Clever idea, beautiful movie.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

05/13/25

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Milena M

Tudo neste filme é maravilhoso: a atuação de cada ator, a filmagem e, principalmente, a história. Tenho-o como meu filme favorito há um tempo.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/02/25

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John K

Excellent Movie. So grateful for VidAngel and Clear Play so I could share it with my kids!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/01/25

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joe d

I am not a huge fan of Richard Curtis films but for me this is his best one. The lead actors are very likeable which for me is often important if I am going to engage in a movie.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

04/19/25

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Mason M

I really loved this motion picture. I'm a big fan of Richard Curtis and this is definitely his best and most mature film to date. I think what really made this film great was how underplayed it was, it's an epic story, but it's never presented as epic or grandiose, it's just portrayed at what it is. Domhnall Gleeson is very charming as the lead. And Rachel McAdams (who I'm not usually a big fan of) was the perfect love interest in this film, and felt very believable as someone you could fall in love with. This film definitely has its flaws, but it had such an emotional effect on me and it creates such a magical atmosphere that it was impossible for me not to love it.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/15/25

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About Time: Official Clip - Live Every Day Twice

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About Time: Official Clip - Stormy Wedding

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About Time: Official Clip - Last Night Was Never Going to Work

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About Time: Official Clip - First Night Together

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About Time: Official Clip - Meeting Mary

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About Time: Official Clip - A Friend Who Is a Girl

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About Time: Official Clip - Stripping for Decisions

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About Time: Official Clip - An Extraordinary Ordinary Life

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About Time: Official Clip - The Last Time With Dad

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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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