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Hope Springs

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Long-married couple Kay (Meryl Streep) and Arnold (Tommy Lee Jones) love each other, but after so many years together, Kay feels the need to spice things up and reconnect with her husband. Hearing of a renowned marriage counselor (Steve Carell) in the town of Great Hope Springs, Kay manages to persuade her stubborn mate to attend a retreat with her. As they shed their bedroom hang-ups, Kay and Arnold find that the real challenge is reigniting the spark that originally brought them together.
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Led by a pair of mesmerizing performances from Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones, Hope Springs offers filmgoers some grown-up laughs -- and a thoughtful look at mature relationships.

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Deborah Ross The Spectator One of those films that is only as good as its stars. Luckily, in this instance, the stars are Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones. Sep 1, 2018 Full Review Tom Charity CNN.com Streep fans, I think you're going to enjoy this one. I know I did. Jan 8, 2013 Full Review David Denby The New Yorker The film, a rehab job on a beached marriage, displays the most tender respect, the most exquisite tact, and yet it would be completely unwatchable -- an outright embarrassment -- with any other actors than Tommy Lee Jones and Meryl Streep. Jan 8, 2013 Full Review Don Shanahan Every Movie Has a Lesson The film is neatly and perfectly packed with enough comedy to please audiences and enough drama to be taken seriously as not just a sex farce for the senior crowd. Rated: 4/5 Oct 18, 2024 Full Review Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Tommy Lee Jones may very well steal the film with one of his most emotionally satisfying and complex performances. Rated: 3.5/4.0 Sep 11, 2020 Full Review PJ Nabarro Patrick Nabarro Is having Meryl Steep's character practising her fellatio technique on a banana really all the material they could come up with? Rated: 2/5 Oct 31, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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thiago s Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é fraco, e ninguém ajuda a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para fazer o filme ser bom Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 08/26/25 Full Review Elaine D A gem. Wonderful performances from Tommy Lee Jones and Meryl Streep. Low key but riveting. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/25/24 Full Review B S Not sure why the low scorers were expecting hijinks and giggles and special effects. This is the most underrated movie ever. maybe because it is the most honest portrayal, of a long-term ,married couple, who let life and excuses and acceptance get in their way. Talk about being in a rut and being complacent about it. Kay decided to DO something about her life, her sadness her loneliness and wanted Arnold to find his way back as well. Tommy played Arnold perfectly and Meryl played Kate perfectly. The story line can be a wake call for many who have allowed themselves to fall and stay in a rut. Loved the storyline, loved the acting and i even like Steve in this movie. If the story doesn't resonate with you NOW… it could in the future. Kay found her voice and threw a Hail Mary to save her loveless marriage (that her husband had no clue was boring, unfulfilling, and depressing. He was happy to get the one fried egg, one alice of breakfast and coffee EVERY morning…. go Kay, find your happiness and IF it's with Arnold YAY! Love this movie so much! Highly recommend tor longterm couples… watch, listen and learn! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/24/24 Full Review KB B This was such a great film with exceptional acting and storyline. I mean come on, Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones who were both excellent choices for the leads. It's definitely worth the watch. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/16/24 Full Review Joe Superb performances, grownup content, funny, touching. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/12/24 Full Review Michael F This movie surpassed my expectations. Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones both give very convincing and heartwarming performances. It's well worth seeing. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/01/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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David Frankel

Director

Meryl Streep

Kay

Tommy Lee Jones

Arnold

Steve Carell

Dr. Feld

Brett Rice

Vince

Mimi Rogers

Carol

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Hope Springs

Meryl Streep as Kay Soames in "Hope Springs." Steve Carell as Dr. Bernard Feld in "Hope Springs." Tommy Lee Jones as Arnold Soames and Meryl Streep as Kay Soames in "Hope Springs." (L-R) Tommy Lee Jones as Arnold Soames, Meryl Streep as Kay Soames and Steve Carell as Dr. Bernard Feld in "Hope Springs." Meryl Streep as Kay Soames in "Hope Springs." Tommy Lee Jones as Arnold Soames and Meryl Streep as Kay Soames in "Hope Springs." Meryl Streep as Kay Soames and Tommy Lee Jones as Arnold Soames in "Hope Springs." (L-R) Tommy Lee Jones as Arnold Soames and Steve Carell as Dr. Bernard Feld in "Hope Springs." Meryl Streep as Kay Soames and Tommy Lee Jones as Arnold Soames in "Hope Springs." Meryl Streep as Kay Soames and Tommy Lee Jones as Arnold Soames in "Hope Springs." View more photos

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Synopsis Long-married couple Kay (Meryl Streep) and Arnold (Tommy Lee Jones) love each other, but after so many years together, Kay feels the need to spice things up and reconnect with her husband. Hearing of a renowned marriage counselor (Steve Carell) in the town of Great Hope Springs, Kay manages to persuade her stubborn mate to attend a retreat with her. As they shed their bedroom hang-ups, Kay and Arnold find that the real challenge is reigniting the spark that originally brought them together.
Director
David Frankel
Producer
Todd Black, Guymon Casady
Screenwriter
Vanessa Taylor
Distributor
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co
Escape Artists, Film 360
Rating
PG-13 (Sexuality|Mature Thematic Content)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 8, 2012, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
May 4, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$63.5M
Runtime
1h 40m
Sound Mix
Datasat, SDDS, Dolby Digital
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