Babygirl (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Babygirl is a 2024 crime thriller directed by Halina Reijn, starring Nicole Kidman as Romy, Harris Dickinson and Antonio Banderas. It runs 1 hour 54 minutes and earned $64.7 million worldwide on a $20 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actress) at the Golden Globes 2025. Critics gave it 79 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 54m (114 min)
- Director
- Halina Reijn
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- 2AM
- Budget
- $20M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Babygirl About?
The premise of Babygirl without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
Romy leads a successful career, enjoys a loving marriage, and is a dedicated mother. Her carefully constructed life is disrupted when she meets the assertive intern, Samuel. As she gradually relinquishes control, Romy begins to discover more about herself and her own desires. But how much control is she willing to surrender?
Babygirl Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- erotic thriller
- infidelity
- extramarital affair
- sex scene
- cheating wife
- female masturbation
- female rear nudity
- female star appears nude
- adultery
- new intern
- female protagonist
- woman watches porn
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- torrid affair
- unfaithfulness
- robotics
- office romance
- power dynamics
- female executive
- safe word
- marital problem
- submissive female
- unequal partnership
- unhealthy passion
- seduction
- couple
- businesswoman
- mother daughter relationship
- internship
- workplace drama
- female ceo
- mature woman younger man sex
- younger man seduces mature woman
- standing doggystyle sex
- blackmail
- husband catches wife cheating on him
- wife confesses infidelity to husband
- sex games
- horny wife
- clothed sex
- female orgasm
- husband forgives cheating wife
- husband wife's lover fight
- lesbian daughter
- mature woman obssesed with a younger man
- naked female breasts
- wife jealous of lover's girlfriend
- sexual tension
- hands cover breasts
- cuckolded husband
- deep cleavage
Babygirl Cast & Characters
Nicole Kidman leads the cast as Romy, with Harris Dickinson as Samuel and Antonio Banderas as Jacob. Directed by Halina Reijn; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Halina Reijn
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Sophie Wilde as Esme
Also Starring in Babygirl
· 6 more- Dolly Wells Therapist
- Victor Slezak Mr. Missel
- Gaite Jansen Hedda, Scarlett
- Robert Farrior Brack, Stephen
- Anoop Desai Robert
- Gabrielle Policano Mary
More from Halina Reijn
More films directed by Halina Reijn, best-rated first: Bodies Bodies Bodies, Instinct and Instinct.
Babygirl Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Babygirl 79 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 64/100, strongest in art & craft (70) and weakest in story & flow (55).
Babygirl Echo Score Breakdown
Babygirl presents a mixed but generally engaging experience, anchored by strong performances and a willingness to explore female desire. Critics acknowledge its boldness and occasional tonal shifts, while audience reactions range from admiration of visual flair to criticism of narrative cohesion. The film’s artistic ambition and sensory texture offset uneven storytelling, leading to a moderately positive overall impression.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 70
In terms of direction and visual composition, the film is noted for elegant shots and a deliberate aesthetic, earning praise for its inventive framing and occasional color grading issues. Critics and viewers alike find the cinematography compelling, though some note uneven editing. Overall, the artistic craft leans toward a solid execution.
- Character & Emotion 65
When it comes to acting and character dynamics, performances, especially by Kidman, receive commendation for depth and intrigue, while chemistry between leads is viewed as uneven. Some reviewers describe the portrayals as remarkable, others as forced, leading to a moderately positive assessment of the character work.
- Story & Flow 55
Regarding plot and pacing, the narrative is described as both simple and occasionally repetitive, with a denouement that feels unresolved to several critics. The originality of its erotic psychodrama is recognized, yet the story’s coherence and momentum receive mixed feedback, resulting in a lukewarm rating.
- Sensory Experience 70
In the sensory realm, the film’s soundscape and visual style are highlighted for their evocative, erotic atmosphere. Viewers appreciate the soundtrack’s alignment with tone and the visual daring, despite minor comments on color grading. This aspect maintains a favorable impression overall.
- Rewatch Factor 60
The rewatch factor is seen as moderate; while some audiences anticipate revisiting the film’s bold themes and visual surprises, others feel the divisive narrative limits repeat enjoyment. The mixed but intrigued response places its replay value in a modest range.
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IMDb 5.7 /10
81880 votes
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Metacritic 79 Metascore
User score 5.5
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Babygirl Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Babygirl from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Romy Mathis, an ambitious CEO of a tech firm nestled in the vibrant heart of New York City, finds herself deeply unsatisfied with her monotonous sex life alongside her husband, Jacob, a passionate theater director. One day, as she commutes to work, an unexpected event unfolds when a young man intervenes just in time to calm an aggressive dog that nearly attacks her. This chance encounter introduces her to Samuel, who soon becomes an intern at her company and expresses a desire to have Romy as his mentor through the firm’s mentorship program.
Full summary
The whole story of Babygirl, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Babygirl Box Office & Budget
Babygirl grossed $64.7 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, 3.2 times what it cost. $28.2 million came from the US and Canada and $36.5 million (56%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$64.7M
3.2× its budget
- US & Canada
- $28.2M
- International
- $36.5M
- Budget
- $20M
Babygirl Awards & Nominations
Babygirl earned 1 award nomination, including Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actress) at the Golden Globes 2025.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Golden Globes 2025 1 nomination- Nominated Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actress) – Nicole Kidman
Babygirl Trailers & Videos
18 videos: 3 trailers, 4 teasers, 2 clips, 7 featurettes and 2 behind-the-scenes videos.
- Trailer Babygirl | Official Trailer HD
- Trailer Official Trailer 2
- Teaser Power Now Playing - Official Promo
- Teaser Bells Now Playing - Official Promo
How Well Do You Know Babygirl?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Who is the CEO of the tech company in 'Babygirl'?
Babygirl Also Known As
25 alternative titles, including “宝贝女孩” and “宝贝”.
- Also known as
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- 宝贝女孩
- 宝贝
- Babygirl Deseo Prohibido
- Хороша погана дівчинка
- Плохая девочка
- 乖女孩
- बेबीगर्ल
- বেবিগার্ল
- Աղջնակը
- 베이비걸
- 小心肝儿
- Babygirl: Deseo Prohibido
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- Em Yêu
- בייביגירל
- เบบี้เกิร์ล
- Ljubica
- Kullake
- Jókislány
- Момиченце
- Požuda
- معشوقه
- Пожуда
- Gera mergaitė
- Pis qız
- ベイビーガール
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Articles About Babygirl
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Babygirl FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Babygirl, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Babygirl?
Babygirl runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).
When was Babygirl released?
Babygirl was released on December 25, 2024.
Who directed Babygirl?
Babygirl was directed by Halina Reijn.
More films by Halina Reijn Who is in the cast of Babygirl?
Babygirl stars Nicole Kidman as Romy, Harris Dickinson as Samuel and Antonio Banderas as Jacob, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Babygirl make at the box office?
Babygirl grossed $64.7 million worldwide ($28.2 million domestic, $36.5 million international) on a budget of $20 million.
How is Babygirl rated?
Babygirl has 5.7/10 on IMDb and 79 on Metacritic.
Was Babygirl nominated for any awards?
Babygirl received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Babygirl have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Babygirl has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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