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2 Hearts (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

2 Hearts (2020) movie poster

2 Hearts is a 2020 romantic drama directed by Lance Hool, starring Radha Mitchell, Jacob Elordi and Adan Canto. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes and earned $1.3 million worldwide on a $15 million budget. Critics gave it 17% on Rotten Tomatoes and 29 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10.

IMDb rating
6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes
17%
worldwide gross
$1.3M
Echo Score
47
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2 Hearts (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 41m (101 min)
Director
Lance Hool
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
English
Budget
$15M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is 2 Hearts About?

The premise of 2 Hearts without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A college student experiences a whirlwind romance with a classmate, finding their relationship becomes deeply intense. Simultaneously, a Cuban exile falls for a captivating flight attendant. Their separate journeys are unexpectedly connected by the enduring and transformative power of love, creating a poignant and emotional story about destiny and connection.

2 Hearts Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • college
  • couple
  • connected
  • title co written by female
  • bare chested male
  • the future
  • based on true story
  • based on book
  • number in title
  • male female relationship
  • boyfriend girlfriend relationship
  • feel good romance
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  • number 2 in title
  • digit in title
  • body part in title
  • beach
  • barefoot male
  • binoculars
  • camera shot of feet
  • hospital
  • stretcher
  • student
  • student as protagonist
  • hotel room
  • male male hug
  • coma
  • comatose patient
  • playing football
  • playing soccer
  • soccer match
  • football match
  • man wears glasses
  • man wears shorts
  • surgery
  • van
  • male star appears shirtless
  • non linear
  • non linear narrative
  • taking off shirt
  • watching tv
  • telephone call
  • football player
  • soccer player
  • athlete
  • reference to fidel castro
  • gaming
  • roommate
  • roommate roommate relationship
  • playing basketball
  • man wears a tank top
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Cast & crew

2 Hearts Cast

Radha Mitchell leads the cast, with Jacob Elordi and Adan Canto. Directed by Lance Hool; 15 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Lance Hool

More films directed by Lance Hool, best-rated first: One Man's Hero, Steel Dawn and Missing in Action 2: The Beginning.

Full filmography
Ratings

2 Hearts Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave 2 Hearts 17% on Rotten Tomatoes and 29 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.3/10. Our Echo Score gives it 47/100, strongest in sensory experience (60) and weakest in art & craft (35).

47 /100

2 Hearts Echo Score Breakdown

The film's emotional ambition is undermined by uneven execution and predictable plotting. Critics frequently noted the film's hamhanded direction, cliché-riddled screenplay, and awkward acting. Meanwhile, some viewers praised its heartfelt true story and nostalgic visuals, with a few noting its capacity to move audiences to tears. The disparity between its sincere intentions and its stilted craft is apparent throughout. Overall, 2 Hearts delivers intermittent warmth but struggles to cohere into a satisfying drama.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of visual and technical craft, 2 Hearts exhibits inconsistent execution. While the tropical cinematography earned occasional praise for its warm color palette and scenic framing, several critics described the direction as clunky and hampered by abrupt editing. Production design offers pleasing period details but is offset by jarring tonal shifts. These elements combine for an uneven visual experience.

  • Character & Emotion 55

    In terms of character depth and performances, reactions are mixed. Some reviewers highlighted the leads’ earnest efforts to convey genuine emotion and chemistry, noting moments of authentic warmth. Conversely, criticisms focused on uneven acting, underdeveloped supporting figures, and occasional emotional manipulation through forced dialogue. Ultimately, character dynamics oscillate between engaging sincerity and awkward melodrama.

  • Story & Flow 50

    In terms of narrative coherence and pacing, 2 Hearts struggles with contrivance and predictability. The film’s true story basis drew appreciation for its inspirational message, yet reviewers frequently cited a trite, cliché-laden screenplay and uneven structure. Viewers commended its emotional peaks but criticized stiff transitions and formulaic plot turns. As a result, the story alternates between heartfelt intent and formulaic execution.

  • Sensory Experience 60

    In terms of sensory experience, the film offers moments of visual appeal and emotional scoring but lacks consistent immersion. Critics praised the warm, tropical vistas and clear sound design, yet remarked on an overall lack of stylistic cohesion and a generic soundtrack. While the production occasionally captivates via scenic compositions, these highlight moments are offset by an undistinctive audiovisual identity.

  • Rewatch Factor 45

    In terms of rewatch potential, 2 Hearts offers limited replay value. Some audience members returned for its emotional core and earnest performances, with a few viewers noting comfort in its sentimental themes. However, the film’s predictable pacing, uneven narrative flow, and reliance on clichés have deterred repeated viewings for many. Consequently, its lasting appeal remains modest.

Plot

2 Hearts Plot Summary

What happens in 2 Hearts from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

** In the opening sequence, we see Chris on a beach, watching a yacht, only to be wheeled into an operating room a moment later. The scene then rewinds to the 1950s and follows Jorge, a boy who loves soccer but falls seriously ill with a lung condition. A doctor warns Jorge’s parents that his life could be in danger and that he should not overexert himself if he hopes to live past his early twenties. The contrast between these two threads lays the groundwork for a narrative that keeps returning to the same core questions: what do we owe one another, and how far can love stretch across generations?

Full summary

The whole story of 2 Hearts, scene by scene

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Box office

2 Hearts Box Office & Budget

2 Hearts grossed $1.3 million worldwide on a $15 million budget, 9% of what it cost.

2020 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.3M

9% of its budget back

US & Canada
$1.3M
Budget
$15M
Videos

2 Hearts Trailers & Videos

The trailer of 2 Hearts.

2 HEARTS Official Trailer (2020) Jacob Elordi, Tiera Skovbye
Quiz

How Well Do You Know 2 Hearts?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Cars

Cars in 2 Hearts

4 cars on screen, including the Dodge M-37 and the 2002 GMC Yukon.

  • Dodge M-37 in 2 Hearts Dodge M-37
  • 2002 GMC Yukon in 2 Hearts 2002 GMC Yukon
  • 1998 Honda Civic in 2 Hearts 1998 Honda Civic
  • 1998 Toyota RAV4 in 2 Hearts 1998 Toyota RAV4
Details

2 Hearts Also Known As

30 alternative titles, including “2颗心” and “Deux cœurs”.

Also known as
  • 2颗心
  • Deux cœurs
  • Două inimi
  • قلبان
  • 兩顆心
  • 2 srca
  • 2 srdce
  • 2 Cœurs
  • 2 Καρδιές
  • שני לבבות
  • 2 दिल
  • Két szív
+18 more
  • Intreccio di destini
  • 2ハート
  • 2개의 심장
  • All My Tomorrows
  • 2 inimi
  • Два сердца
  • 2 corazones
  • 2 หัวใจสายใยรัก
  • 2 Kalp
  • Два серця
  • 2 Trái Tim
  • Fate të kryqëzuara
  • 2 срца
  • 2 сердца
  • 2 coeurs
  • Zwei Herzen
  • 2 Corações
  • Dve srdcia

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FAQ

2 Hearts FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of 2 Hearts, each answered in a sentence.

How long is 2 Hearts?

2 Hearts runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

When was 2 Hearts released?

2 Hearts was released on October 16, 2020.

Who directed 2 Hearts?

2 Hearts was directed by Lance Hool.

More films by Lance Hool

Who is in the cast of 2 Hearts?

2 Hearts stars Radha Mitchell, Jacob Elordi and Adan Canto, among 15 credited actors.

How much did 2 Hearts make at the box office?

2 Hearts grossed $1.3 million worldwide on a budget of $15 million.

How is 2 Hearts rated?

2 Hearts has 6.3/10 on IMDb, 17% on Rotten Tomatoes, 29 on Metacritic and 74% on TMDB.

Does 2 Hearts have a post-credit scene?

No. 2 Hearts has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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