‘It Ends with Us’ Has an Amazing Beginning
The romance drama "It Ends with Us" captivates audiences with a $50 million opening, marking Blake Lively’s biggest leading role debut.
Columbia Pictures’ latest release, "It Ends with Us," is making waves at the box office, pulling in a staggering $50 million during its opening weekend in North America. The film, based on the bestselling novel by Colleen Hoover, has not only captivated audiences but also marked a career milestone for star Blake Lively, delivering her biggest opening weekend in a leading role.
Directed by Justin Baldoni and produced by Lively herself, "It Ends with Us" weaves a compelling tale of love, strength and self-discovery. The film follows Lily Bloom, played by Lively, as she navigates the complexities of love and trauma. A chance encounter with a charismatic neurosurgeon, portrayed by Justin Baldoni, sets off a whirlwind romance that soon takes a darker turn. As Lily’s first love, Atlas Corrigan, reenters her life, played by Brandon Sklenar, she faces an impossible choice that will define her future.
“An emotional movie that pulls you right along.” Variety
Audiences have responded with enthusiasm, earning the film a remarkable 94 percent audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and an A- CinemaScore. Critics are equally impressed. Variety describes it as “an emotional movie that pulls you right along,” while the Observer praises Lively’s performance, calling her “magnetic” and the film “gleaming and romantic.”
The film also stars Isabela Ferrer and Jenny Slate. It’s rated PG-13 and has a 130-minute runtime.
“It Ends with Us” is playing in theaters now and will be available for licensing from Swank soon.