Beautiful Wedding (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Beautiful Wedding is a 2024 romantic comedy directed by Roger Kumble, starring Virginia Gardner as Abby Abernathy, Dylan Sprouse and Trevor Van Uden. It is based on A Beautiful Wedding by Jamie McGuire. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $1.8 million worldwide. It holds 56% on TMDB.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Roger Kumble
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Voltage Pictures
- Based on
- A Beautiful Wedding by Jamie McGuire
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Beautiful Wedding About?
The premise of Beautiful Wedding without spoilers, adapted from A Beautiful Wedding by Jamie McGuire. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After unexpectedly finding themselves married, Abby and Travis embark on a honeymoon adventure in Mexico. Surrounded by friends and family, the couple navigates the challenges and joys of their unconventional marriage.
Beautiful Wedding Themes & Keywords
· 9 tags- female nudity
- friend
- sequel
- second part
- star died before release
- topless beach
- sex scene
- male nudity
- male rear nudity
Beautiful Wedding Cast & Characters
Virginia Gardner leads the cast as Abby Abernathy, with Dylan Sprouse as Travis Maddox and Trevor Van Uden as Thomas Maddox. Directed by Roger Kumble; 14 actors are credited in all.
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Director Roger Kumble
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Virginia Gardner as Abby Abernathy -
Dylan Sprouse as Travis Maddox - Trevor Van Uden as Thomas Maddox
- Declan Michael Laird as Taylor Maddox
Also Starring in Beautiful Wedding
· 10 more- Micky Dartford Tyler Maddox
- Jack Hesketh Trenton Maddox
- Rob Estes Benny
- Austin North Shepley
- Libe Barer America
- Steven Bauer Sancho
- Neil Bishop Parker Hayes
- Emmanuel Kabongo Buzz
- Alex Aiono Miguel
- Génesis Estévez Blanca
More from Roger Kumble
More films directed by Roger Kumble, best-rated first: Falling Inn Love, Just Friends, The Sweetest Thing and College Road Trip.
Beautiful Wedding Reviews & Ratings
Beautiful Wedding holds 56% on TMDB. Our Echo Score gives it 42/100, strongest in character & emotion (58) and weakest in art & craft (32).
Beautiful Wedding Echo Score Breakdown
Beautiful Wedding struggles to deliver a cohesive romantic experience, with most viewers finding the narrative disjointed and the humor uneven. Critics and users alike point to a weak plot structure, inconsistent tone, and a lack of engaging moments that diminish overall enjoyment. While a few audience members note occasional charm in the leads, the prevailing impression is one of disappointment across several core elements. The film therefore offers limited appeal for most viewers.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 32
In terms of direction and visual execution, the film feels unfocused and poorly staged. Multiple reviewers criticize chaotic pacing and a lack of polished production design, indicating subpar cinematography and editing. Positive remarks are scarce, limited to occasional effective comedic timing rather than overall craft. Consequently, the artistic execution is judged as below average.
- Character & Emotion 58
When evaluating performances and character interaction, the movie receives mixed feedback. Some viewers commend Dylan Sprouse's charisma and the on‑screen chemistry between the leads, describing the interactions as believable and enjoyable. Conversely, many critics note weak emotional depth and inconsistent chemistry compared with earlier installments. The overall character work leans toward modest competence rather than distinction.
- Story & Flow 48
The plot is widely regarded as fragmented and lacking clear direction. Reviewers highlight incoherent events, an over‑reliance on goofy set‑pieces, and a failure to sustain romantic momentum. A minority appreciates the light‑hearted, simple storytelling that delivers occasional laughs. The aggregate view is that the narrative is uneven, offering limited narrative cohesion.
- Sensory Experience 40
Sensory elements such as soundtrack, sound design, and visual style receive little praise. Critics do not mention any standout audio or visual features, and the overall impression is one of generic, unremarkable production values. The absence of notable sensory highlights contributes to a bland viewing experience.
- Rewatch Factor 45
Replay value appears low for most audiences. Many reviewers state they would not seek a second viewing, citing a lack of lasting appeal and unsatisfying resolution. A small segment of viewers enjoys the film’s occasional humor and might consider it a casual background watch. Overall, the film’s rewatch factor is modest at best.
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TMDB 56% User score
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Letterboxd 1.7 /5
27093 ratings
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Beautiful Wedding Plot Summary
What happens in Beautiful Wedding from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
After a wild and unpredictable night in Las Vegas, Abby Abernathy and Travis Maddox find themselves waking up as unexpected newlyweds. Their lives take a twist when Travis receives an ominous call from Benny, the man who previously attempted to manipulate Abby into paying off her father’s debts through a poker game. Benny warns them not to leave town if they hope to escape settling their debt to him.
To escape the chaos, Abby and Travis, alongside their close friends Shepley and America, opt for a helicopter ride to a luxurious resort in Gatito, Mexico for what should be a blissful honeymoon. Upon their arrival, they are warmly welcomed by their host, Sancho, who is accompanied by a lively mariachi band, setting the stage for their adventure.
Full summary
The whole story of Beautiful Wedding, scene by scene
Beautiful Wedding Box Office
Beautiful Wedding grossed $1.8 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$1.8M
- International
- $1.8M
Beautiful Wedding Trailers & Videos
8 videos: 1 trailer, 1 teaser, 5 clips and 1 featurette.
- Teaser Official Teaser
- Clip Want To Talk About It
- Clip Pro-Con List
- Clip Juggling Scene
How Well Do You Know Beautiful Wedding?
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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- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
How do Abby and Travis end up as accidental newlyweds?
Beautiful Wedding Also Known As
27 alternative titles, including “Una Boda Y Otros Desastres” and “Моє прекрасне весілля”.
- Also known as
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- Una Boda Y Otros Desastres
- Моє прекрасне весілля
- Gözəl toyum
- Mənim Gözəl Toyum
- Belo Desastre - O Casamento
- Моя прекрасная свадьба
- Brīnišķās kāzas
- Piękna katastrofa 2
- Beautiful Wedding - Um Casamento Maravilhoso
- Čudovita poroka
- Un desastre es para siempre
- 美丽的婚礼
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- عروسی زیبا
- Моё прекрасное несчастье 2
- חתונה יפהפייה
- Divno vjenčanje
- Aš ir jis. Tikros vestuvės
- Belo Desastre: O Casamento, ჩემი მშვენიერი ქორწილი
- Krásná svatba
- Γαμήλια Καταστροφή
- Gyönyörű esküvő
- Uno splendido disastro 2 - Il matrimonio
- Красива сватба
- Căsătoriți din greșeală
- วิวาห์รักป่วน
- 美麗的婚禮
- Un desastre és per a sempre
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Beautiful Wedding FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Beautiful Wedding, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Beautiful Wedding?
Beautiful Wedding runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was Beautiful Wedding released?
Beautiful Wedding was released on January 24, 2024.
Who directed Beautiful Wedding?
Beautiful Wedding was directed by Roger Kumble.
More films by Roger Kumble Who is in the cast of Beautiful Wedding?
Beautiful Wedding stars Virginia Gardner as Abby Abernathy, Dylan Sprouse as Travis Maddox and Trevor Van Uden as Thomas Maddox, among 14 credited actors.
How much did Beautiful Wedding make at the box office?
Beautiful Wedding grossed $1.8 million worldwide.
How is Beautiful Wedding rated?
Beautiful Wedding has 56% on TMDB and 1.7/5 on Letterboxd.
Is Beautiful Wedding based on a book?
Yes. Beautiful Wedding is adapted from A Beautiful Wedding by Jamie McGuire.
Does Beautiful Wedding have a post-credit scene?
No. Beautiful Wedding has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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