Isn't It Romantic (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Isn't It Romantic is a 2019 fantasy comedy directed by Todd Strauss-Schulson, starring Rebel Wilson as Natalie, Alex Kis and Jennifer Saunders. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $48.8 million worldwide on a $31 million budget. Critics gave it 70% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 29m (89 min)
- Director
- Todd Strauss-Schulson
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Warner Bros.
- Budget
- $31M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Isn't It Romantic About?
The premise of Isn't It Romantic without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A New York City architect who loathes romantic comedies suddenly finds herself living in one. When cynical Natalie Bennett is unexpectedly thrust into a world of classic rom-com clichés, she must navigate a series of absurd situations and confront her own skepticism as she’s forced to confront an unexpected romance.
Isn't It Romantic Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- cliche
- cynic
- love
- gay stereotype
- in love with best friend
- client
- friend zone
- architect
- love triangle
- musical number
- trapped
- best friend
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- gay kiss
- parallel universe
- employer assistant relationship
- mugged
- 911 call
- bailed out of jail
- limousine
- hit on the head
- overweight woman
- gay
- romantic comedy
- dance
- new york city
- f rated
- wedding
- female protagonist
- parallel dimension
- no title at beginning
- giving the middle finger
- chinese takeout
- reference to google
- wedding ceremony
- multiple time frames
- no opening credits
- knocked unconscious
- unconscious
- reference to a zodiac sign
- virgo the astrological sign
- reference to virgo the constellation
- reference to julia roberts
- car theft
- lgbt
- reference to prozac
- ice cream
- repeated event
- character says i love you
- elevator
- talking to the camera
Isn't It Romantic Cast & Characters
Rebel Wilson leads the cast as Natalie, with Alex Kis as 12 Year Old Natalie and Jennifer Saunders as Natalie's Mom. Directed by Todd Strauss-Schulson; 18 actors are credited in all.
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Director Todd Strauss-Schulson
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Rebel Wilson as Natalie - Alex Kis as 12 Year Old Natalie
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Jennifer Saunders as Natalie's Mom -
Betty Gilpin as Whitney
Also Starring in Isn't It Romantic
· 14 more- Liam Hemsworth Blake
- Brandon Scott Jones Donny
- Priyanka Chopra
- Adam DeVine
- Tom Ellis
- Eugenia Kuzmina
- Doris McCarthy
- Shyrley Rodriguez Young Girl
- Faith Logan
- Jacqueline Honulik
- Rao Rampilla Food Cart Man
- Sawandi Wilson
- Luciano Acuna Jr. Cute Guy
- Big Jay
More from Todd Strauss-Schulson
More films directed by Todd Strauss-Schulson, best-rated first: The Final Girls and A Very Harold & Kumar Christmas.
Isn't It Romantic Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Isn't It Romantic 70% on Rotten Tomatoes and 60 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 68/100, strongest in art & craft (70) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).
Isn't It Romantic Echo Score Breakdown
Isn’t It Romantic delivers a playful critique of romantic-comedy formulas while leaning into familiar tropes. Critics and audiences highlight its energetic pacing and self-aware humor driven by its lead performance, though some note a lack of emotional depth and narrative surprises. The film’s concise 88-minute structure and vibrant visual touches sustain engagement, but predictable plot turns and limited character exploration temper its impact. Overall, the movie offers an enjoyable lighthearted experience that stops short of lasting resonance.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 70
Visually, Isn’t It Romantic employs a lively sense of style though it rarely achieves cinematic depth. The direction emphasizes playful nods to genre tropes and concise editing keeps the film moving through its 88-minute runtime. Production design and the karaoke-bar sequence provide colorful highlights without truly innovative visuals. Overall, its artful elements are engaging but not groundbreaking.
- Character & Emotion 65
In terms of performances, Isn’t It Romantic benefits from a charismatic lead but offers limited emotional resonance. Rebel Wilson’s deadpan delivery anchors the ensemble and injects sincerity into familiar scenarios. Supporting cast members generally fulfill their roles but lack deeper development or notable chemistry. Ultimately, strong comedic work elevates the characters despite muted emotional depth.
- Story & Flow 60
When it comes to story and flow, the film delivers a brisk but predictable narrative. The screenplay’s concise structure sustains a steady pace, yet it often reverts to familiar romantic-comedy beats without substantial surprises. Plot mechanics feel serviceable but lack deeper thematic exploration, and comic payoffs occasionally fall flat. In sum, the story remains engaging but conventional.
- Sensory Experience 68
In terms of sensory experience, the movie offers a cohesive audiovisual presentation that underscores its playful tone. The soundtrack and song-and-dance interlude heighten comic moments, while clear sound design maintains dialogue intelligibility. Visual style complements the genre sendup with vibrant color choices, though it stops short of striking innovation. Overall, the sensory elements support rather than transform the material.
- Rewatch Factor 60
When considering rewatch factor, Isn’t It Romantic presents moderate replay appeal tempered by predictability. Its self-aware humor and concise runtime invite additional viewings, but the repetition of familiar jokes diminishes impact over time. Emotional stakes and character depth remain unchanged on subsequent watches, providing enjoyment yet limiting lasting attachment. Overall, the film has modest but not compelling rewatch value.
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IMDb 5.9 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 70% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 51%
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Metacritic 60 Metascore
User score 5.6
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TMDB 62% User score
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Letterboxd 2.4 /5
65 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.6 /5
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Isn't It Romantic Plot Summary
What happens in Isn't It Romantic 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
The film begins in the early 90s in Australia, where a young Natalie (Alex Kis) is captivated by Pretty Woman. However, her excitement is quickly dampened when her mother (Jennifer Saunders) enters and harshly tells her that women like them never get the happy endings that beautiful women, like Julia Roberts, do. This moment shatters Natalie’s spirit, making it difficult for her to enjoy the film.
Full summary
The whole story of Isn't It Romantic, scene by scene
Isn't It Romantic Box Office & Budget
Isn't It Romantic grossed $48.8 million worldwide on a $31 million budget, 1.6 times what it cost.
Worldwide gross
$48.8M
1.6× its budget
- US & Canada
- $48.8M
- Budget
- $31M
Isn't It Romantic Trailers & Videos
2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.
- Clip Isn't It Romantic | Full Movie Preview | Warner Bros. Entertainment
How Well Do You Know Isn't It Romantic?
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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What childhood movie does young Natalie admire?
Cars in Isn't It Romantic
14 cars on screen, including the 2006 Lincoln Town Car Stretched Limousine and the 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
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2006 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role -
2008 Isuzu N-Series Minor role -
2017 Jaguar F-Type X152 Minor role
Isn't It Romantic Also Known As
27 alternative titles, including “N’est-ce pas romantique” and “ロマンティックじゃない?”.
- Also known as
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- N’est-ce pas romantique
- ロマンティックじゃない?
- Ну разве не романтично?
- Не е ли романтично?
- Τι Ρομαντικό!
- 어쩌다 로맨스
- ¿No es romántico?
- 难道不浪漫
- Није ли то романтично
- Хіба це не романтично?
- Non è romantico?
- Jak romantycznie!
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- כמה רומנטי
- N'est-ce pas romantique
- Megarromântico
- 好不浪漫
- Não é Tão Romântico
- No není to romantika?
- Nije li romantično?, განა ეს რომანტიკული არ არის?
- Argi ne romantiška?
- أليس هذا رومانسي
- Nu că e romantic ?
- Hát nem romantikus?
- รักฉันซึ้งปนฮา
- 非凡浪漫
- ロマンティックじゃない?
- Đời Có Như Là Mơ
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Isn't It Romantic FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Isn't It Romantic, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Isn't It Romantic?
Isn't It Romantic runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).
When was Isn't It Romantic released?
Isn't It Romantic was released on February 13, 2019.
Who directed Isn't It Romantic?
Isn't It Romantic was directed by Todd Strauss-Schulson.
More films by Todd Strauss-Schulson Who is in the cast of Isn't It Romantic?
Isn't It Romantic stars Rebel Wilson as Natalie, Alex Kis as 12 Year Old Natalie and Jennifer Saunders as Natalie's Mom, among 18 credited actors.
How much did Isn't It Romantic make at the box office?
Isn't It Romantic grossed $48.8 million worldwide on a budget of $31 million.
How is Isn't It Romantic rated?
Isn't It Romantic has 5.9/10 on IMDb, 70% on Rotten Tomatoes, 60 on Metacritic and 62% on TMDB.
Does Isn't It Romantic have a post-credit scene?
No. Isn't It Romantic has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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