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Four Good Days (2021): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Four Good Days is a 2021 drama directed by Rodrigo García, starring Mila Kunis as Molly, Glenn Close and Stephen Root. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $864,091 worldwide. Critics gave it 54% on Rotten Tomatoes and 52 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.

IMDb rating
6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes
54%
worldwide gross
$864.1K
Echo Score
66
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Four Good Days (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 40m (100 min)
Director
Rodrigo García
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Four Good Days About?

The premise of Four Good Days without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A woman battling addiction, Molly, seeks help from her estranged mother, Deb. As Molly desperately tries to find redemption, Deb is forced to confront her own painful past and the possibility of saving her daughter from the destructive cycle of heroin addiction. Their complicated relationship is tested as they face the harsh realities of recovery and the lasting impact of trauma.

Four Good Days Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • drug addiction
  • rehab
  • mother daughter relationship
  • doctor's office
  • garage
  • jigsaw puzzle
  • rotting teeth
  • woman sleeps outside
  • supermarket
  • injection
  • co written by director
  • domestic drama
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  • 31 year old woman
  • beach
  • flying a kite
  • walking down the middle of a street
  • knocking on a door
  • crying woman
  • detox
  • money
  • heroin
  • husband wife relationship
  • husband and wife share a bed
  • fear
  • mother daughter estrangement
  • stubbornness
  • menstruation
  • sense of smell
  • woman wears sunglasses
  • lie
  • medicaid
  • methadone
  • crack the drug
  • adderall
  • paranoia
  • tough love
  • woman with bleached blonde hair
  • drug dealer
  • sleeplessness
  • woman wears panties
  • pain
  • pity
  • name calling
  • nickname
  • stepfather stepdaughter relationship
  • massage
  • doctor
  • oxycodone
  • drug prescription
  • apology
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Cast & crew

Four Good Days Cast & Characters

Mila Kunis leads the cast as Molly, with Glenn Close as Deb and Stephen Root as Chris. Directed by Rodrigo García; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Four Good Days

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From the director

More from Rodrigo García

More films directed by Rodrigo García, best-rated first: Nine Lives, Things You Can Tell Just by Looking at Her, Mother and Child and Last Days in the Desert.

Full filmography
Ratings

Four Good Days Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Four Good Days 54% on Rotten Tomatoes and 52 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10. Our Echo Score gives it 66/100, strongest in character & emotion (85) and weakest in story & flow (55).

66 /100

Four Good Days Echo Score Breakdown

Four Good Days presents a compelling exploration of addiction marked by strong central performances and realistic visual elements. The film benefits from nuanced portrayals and an understated visual palette that immerses viewers in the emotional stakes, yet its plot often follows predictable beats and occasionally dips into indulgent melodrama. Pacing is measured but uneven, and the screenplay fails to fully capitalize on its thematic potential. Ultimately, this is a thoughtfully acted drama that engages through character work despite narrative limitations.

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

  • Art & Craft 65

    In terms of visual craft, Four Good Days combines realistic direction with thoughtful production design, but it suffers from inconsistent editing. The understated color palette and careful costume and makeup choices lend authenticity to the period setting. However, occasional pacing issues in scene transitions hinder narrative flow. The overall visual approach supports the emotional realism even as technical execution remains uneven.

  • Character & Emotion 85

    When it comes to character and emotion, the film shines through its lead performances and nuanced interactions. The central actors deliver raw, layered portrayals that convey the complexity of addiction and familial bonds. Subtle emotional beats and perceptive dialogue enhance character depth and authenticity. Overall, strong chemistry between the protagonists elevates the dramatic stakes, resulting in compelling emotional resonance throughout.

  • Story & Flow 55

    In terms of story and flow, the narrative offers a clear depiction of the recovery journey, but it sometimes resorts to predictable developments. Measured pacing allows exploration of key emotional moments, yet the screenplay occasionally lacks focus and fails to delve deeper into pivotal events. Overall engagement is maintained through character-driven scenes, though originality and narrative cohesion are uneven across its runtime.

  • Sensory Experience 60

    When evaluating the sensory experience, Four Good Days provides an unobtrusive soundtrack and subtle sound design that support the film’s tone. The visual style maintains consistency with an understated color scheme and period-appropriate set details. However, sound mixing occasionally lacks depth, and the absence of a distinctive musical identity limits immersion. Overall, the sensory elements complement the drama but rarely captivate independently.

  • Rewatch Factor 65

    In terms of rewatch value, this drama benefits from memorable central performances that invite repeated viewings for character study. The emotional realism and relatable themes maintain interest on subsequent viewings, though the conventional narrative structure may reduce long-term novelty. Some viewers may revisit key scenes for the raw emotional beats, but overall the film’s appeal is tied primarily to its acting rather than enduring narrative surprises.

Plot

Four Good Days Plot Summary

What happens in Four Good Days from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As 31-year-old Margaret “Molly” Wheeler (a name that evokes happier memories of her past) makes her way back to her childhood home, a wave of nostalgia washes over her. After a year apart, Molly returns with a resolute determination to overcome her addiction, pleading with her mother, Deb, to allow her to stay for a few days before beginning her detox journey. Despite her maternal instincts, Deb finds herself torn, ultimately deciding against enabling Molly’s destructive behaviors, standing firm with the support of her husband, Chris.

Full summary

The whole story of Four Good Days, scene by scene

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Box office

Four Good Days Box Office

Four Good Days grossed $864,091 worldwide. $837,849 came from the US and Canada and $26,242 (3%) from the rest of the world.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$864.1K

US & Canada
$837.8K
International
$26.2K
US & Canada 97% Rest of the world 3%
Videos

Four Good Days Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Four Good Days.

Four Good Days | Official Trailer (HD) | Vertical Entertainment
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How Well Do You Know Four Good Days?

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 Four Good Days

28 cars on screen, including the 2005 Pontiac G6 and the 2004 Ford F-150.

All 28 cars
  • 2005 Pontiac G6 in Four Good Days 2005 Pontiac G6 Main role
  • 2004 Ford F-150 in Four Good Days 2004 Ford F-150 Important role
  • 2016 Chevrolet Cruze in Four Good Days 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Minor role
  • 2005 Chrysler 300 in Four Good Days 2005 Chrysler 300 Minor role
Details

Four Good Days Also Known As

27 alternative titles, including “四个好日子” and “美妙四日”.

Also known as
  • 四个好日子
  • 美妙四日
  • Quatro Dias a Teu Lado
  • 4 Días
  • Cuatro días
  • Dört Güzel Gün
  • 美好的四天
  • Четыре хороших дня
  • Quatro Dias com Ela
  • 포 굿 데이즈
  • Čtyři dobré dny
  • ארבעה ימים טובים
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  • Patru zile bune
  • Чотири хороші дні
  • Cuatro Días Más
  • Cztery dobre dni
  • Quattro buone giornate
  • Négy jó nap
  • Keturios nuostabios dienos
  • フォー・グッド・デイズ
  • 四個好日子
  • วันดีๆ สี่วัน
  • أربعة أيام ممتعة
  • फ़ोर गुड डेज़
  • Bốn ngày tốt lành
  • Četiri dobra dana
  • 4 dies

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FAQ

Four Good Days FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Four Good Days?

Four Good Days runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

When was Four Good Days released?

Four Good Days was released on April 30, 2021.

Who directed Four Good Days?

Four Good Days was directed by Rodrigo García.

More films by Rodrigo García

Who is in the cast of Four Good Days?

Four Good Days stars Mila Kunis as Molly, Glenn Close as Deb and Stephen Root as Chris, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Four Good Days make at the box office?

Four Good Days grossed $864,091 worldwide ($837,849 domestic, $26,242 international).

How is Four Good Days rated?

Four Good Days has 6.6/10 on IMDb, 54% on Rotten Tomatoes, 52 on Metacritic and 68% on TMDB.

Does Four Good Days have a post-credit scene?

No. Four Good Days has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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