Release: Double Date

 

Double Date

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Director: Nicholas Stoller

Writer: Jacob Jones

Cast: Olivia Rodrigo, Joey King, David Iacono, Xolo Mariduena, Niles Fitch, Madison Wolfe

Budget: $20,000,000

Domestic Box Office: $56,079,110

Foreign Box Office: $24,290,050

Total Profit: $32,000,017

Reaction: Compared to writer Jacob Jones' previous Romantic Comedy films, this one practically did Avatar numbers - a very welcome sight.

"While its characters are charming and the central relationship dynamics are rooted in recognizable, relatable insecurity, the story lingers too long on repetitive beats and indulgent set pieces that dilute its emotional payoff. Moments of genuine warmth and self-reflection, particularly in its quieter character arcs, are undercut by abrupt shifts into broad comedy or moral lecturing. Still, beneath the excess is a solid romantic core that suggests a tighter cut could have delivered a sharper, more confident crowd-pleaser." - Dexter Quinn, Cinematic Observer Newsletter

"Double Date is a messy but charming romantic comedy that leans into its chaotic energy. Nicholas Stoller keeps things moving with sharp comedic beats, and Olivia Rodrigo and Joey King share an easy, believable chemistry. The film’s strength lies in its willingness to let its characters be flawed and impulsive, even if the narrative occasionally spirals. It’s uneven, but often funny and relatable." - Sabrina Cole, Pop Cinema Review

"While Double Date has a likable cast, it struggles under the weight of its own chaotic structure. The story jumps from scenario to scenario without clear momentum, and much of the humor relies on repetitive awkwardness rather than sharp writing. The central conflict feels drawn out and avoidable, making the characters’ decisions frustrating rather than engaging. Rodrigo and King do what they can, but the film often feels more scattered than satisfying. And once again, writer Jacob Jones has basically spelled out the moral message of his story so broadly that it robs the viewer of any satisfaction in the end, resulting in another eye-rolling ending." - Dave Manning, Ridgefield Press

Rated R for sexual content and language