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Academic overachievers Amy and Molly thought keeping their noses to the grindstone gave them a leg up on their high school peers. But on the eve of graduation, the best friends suddenly realize that they may have missed out on the special moments of their teenage years. Determined to make up for lost time, the girls decide to cram four years of not-to-be missed fun into one night -- a chaotic adventure that no amount of book smarts could prepare them for.
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Fast-paced, funny, and fresh, Booksmart does the seemingly impossible by adding a smart new spin to the coming-of-age comedy.

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Aline Dolinh Bitch Media Though it really shouldn't be at this point in time, it's exhilarating to see a film centered on teenage girls... Yet to champion the film as a universal reflection of teenage girldom rather than a highly specific fantasy also does it a disservice. Mar 13, 2021 Full Review Rachel Vorona Cote Bitch Media With elegant clarity, Booksmart demonstrates how certain experiences can feel colossal and of walloping import even when we know we're waiting for something else-something we can't possibly fathom. Mar 12, 2021 Full Review Kevin Maher Times (UK) ...witty, raucous, perfectly played and eventually packs an emotional wallop. Rated: 4/5 Dec 16, 2019 Full Review Ryan McQuade InSession Film Wilde's direction and script oozes with the confidence and mastery of someone that has been directing for ten-plus years. Apr 4, 2024 Full Review Ethan Gordon InSession Film Something just clicks about Booksmart. It’s startlingly funny, maybe a tad over the top, but I struggle to find something that’s a genuine issue. Rated: A Mar 21, 2024 Full Review Tina Kakadelis Beyond the Cinerama Dome Booksmart is hilarious without ever making fun of someone for the sake of a joke. It is earnest and sweet, a pure delight. Jul 25, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member More than just "Super Bad" with girls, "Booksmart" is a hilarious, heartfelt, and brilliantly-directed comedy film. Sharply written. Superbly acted. One of the funniest movies of 2019. Also Olivia Wilde directed the ever-loving s*** out of this movie. Can't wait to see her next one! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/16/23 Full Review Audience Member I'm partial to comedies, and Olivia Wilde's directorial debut didn't disappoint. Diverse, hilarious, and achingly relatable, Booksmart is an exciting new addition to modern teen comedy. I highly enjoyed this! Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/14/23 Full Review Audra Funny... but glad it was a discounted ticket! Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/29/19 Full Review Sharon K Loved it. Witty funny touching. Beautiful. Hilarious. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/17/19 Full Review Jason R Booksmart was awesome , excellent and outstanding. It's worth seeing. Better than expected. Absolutely hilarious!! Directing, acting, casting and soundtrack was great. Film deserves an A Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/03/19 Full Review HB Awesomely funny movie Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/03/19 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Academic overachievers Amy and Molly thought keeping their noses to the grindstone gave them a leg up on their high school peers. But on the eve of graduation, the best friends suddenly realize that they may have missed out on the special moments of their teenage years. Determined to make up for lost time, the girls decide to cram four years of not-to-be missed fun into one night -- a chaotic adventure that no amount of book smarts could prepare them for.
Director
Olivia Wilde
Producer
Megan Ellison, Jessica Elbaum, Katie Silberman, Chelsea Barnard, David Distenfeld
Screenwriter
Katie Silberman, Emily Halpern, Sarah Haskins, Susanna Fogel
Distributor
Annapurna Pictures
Production Co
Gloria Sanchez Productions, Annapurna Pictures
Rating
R (Language Throughout|Drug Use and Drinking|Strong Sexual Content)
Genre
Comedy, LGBTQ+
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 24, 2019, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 20, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA)
$22.7M
Runtime
1h 42m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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