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Love Forever (2025): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Love Forever is a 2025 romantic comedy directed by Staffan Lindberg, starring Matilda Källström as Hanna, Charlie Gustafsson and Claes Malmberg. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $12,989 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 5.7/10.

IMDb rating
5.7/10
worldwide gross
$13K
Echo Score
53
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Love Forever (2025) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Director
Staffan Lindberg
Genres
Comedy , Romance
Original language
Swedish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Love Forever About?

The premise of Love Forever without spoilers.

Hanna and Samuel's quiet countryside wedding descends into chaos when family and friends disrupt their plans. Hanna unexpectedly flees the ceremony, and a fight erupts, leading to an unexpected turn of events and the promise of a brighter future.

Love Forever Themes & Keywords

· 12 tags
  • woman
  • young
  • wrong
  • abusive relationship
  • emotional abuse
  • title directed by female
  • bare chested male
  • sex scene
  • male rear nudity
  • shaved chest
  • male nudity
  • dark comedy
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Cast & crew

Love Forever Cast & Characters

Matilda Källström leads the cast as Hanna, with Charlie Gustafsson as Samuel and Claes Malmberg as Leif. Directed by Staffan Lindberg; 20 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Staffan Lindberg

More films directed by Staffan Lindberg: It’s All About Love, Micke & Veronica, Once Upon A Time in Phuket and Facing Genocide: Khieu Samphan and Pol Pot.

Full filmography
Ratings

Love Forever Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Love Forever 5.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 53/100, strongest in character & emotion (60) and weakest in story & flow (45).

53 /100

Love Forever Echo Score Breakdown

Love Forever presents a blend of modest strengths and notable weaknesses that result in a mixed overall impression. While the film’s setting and occasional moments of chemistry provide occasional enjoyment, critics and many viewers highlight uninspired direction, shallow character arcs, and a predictable narrative that hinder lasting appeal. The soundtrack and visual elements receive sporadic praise but are offset by technical shortcomings such as poor dubbing. Consequently, the movie offers limited rewatch value and sits squarely in the average range.

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

  • Art & Craft 55

    In terms of direction and visual craft, the film displays occasional aesthetic appeal but suffers from uneven execution. Critics describe it as a low‑budget, wallpaper‑like production, while some viewers note an attractive Swedish setting and moments of competent cinematography. The overall technical quality feels inconsistent, with occasional strengths unable to fully compensate for the broader lack of polish.

  • Character & Emotion 60

    When it comes to character depth and performance, opinions diverge. A handful of reviewers commend the cast’s chemistry and nuanced moments, especially praising Ray Nicholson’s presence and the relatable portrayals of relationship dynamics. Conversely, several critics decry lifeless characters and shallow development, calling the script uninspired. The net effect is a moderately positive assessment tempered by notable deficiencies in character complexity.

  • Story & Flow 45

    The narrative cohesion of Love Forever leans toward the underwhelming. Critics emphasize its generic, trite plot and lack of originality, while a few viewers acknowledge an authentic depiction of modern relationships and a compelling, albeit dark, emotional arc. However, pacing issues and a predictable romance dominate perceptions, resulting in a story that fails to consistently engage or surprise its audience.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    Sensory elements such as music and visual style receive mixed feedback. Some users praise the soundtrack and atmospheric moments that enhance the romantic tone, whereas others point out poor dubbing and an overall lack of immersive sound design. The visual presentation is occasionally praised for its appealing color palette, but technical shortcomings prevent the sensory experience from achieving a stronger, cohesive impact.

  • Rewatch Factor 50

    Rewatch potential for the film is moderate at best. While a segment of the audience finds the realistic depiction of toxic relationships resonant enough to revisit, many critics and viewers consider the story flat and the execution lacking, reducing incentive for multiple viewings. The combination of occasional compelling scenes with broader narrative fatigue results in a balanced but unenthusiastic rewatch factor.

Box office

Love Forever Box Office

Love Forever grossed $12,989 worldwide.

2025 box office

Worldwide gross

$13K

US & Canada
$13K
Details

Love Forever Also Known As

27 alternative titles, including “Kärlek forever” and “Кохання навіки”.

Also known as
  • Kärlek forever
  • Кохання навіки
  • 러브 포에버
  • Os Altos e Baixos do Amor
  • รักนิรันดร์
  • 真爱搞婚头
  • El caos está en el aire
  • Stockholmlu Aşıklar
  • Ewige Liebe
  • Svatba mezi ovcemi
  • אהבה
  • לנצח
+15 more
  • Őrült skandináv szerelem
  • حب أبدي
  • 後會嫁期
  • 真愛搞婚頭
  • Ljubav forever
  • Kærligheden fårever
  • Aimer pour toujours
  • Αγάπη για Πάντα
  • लव फ़ॉरएवर
  • ラブ・フォーエバー ~ウエディング狂騒曲~
  • Kjærlighet fårever
  • Miłość na dobre i złe
  • Amor Para Sempre
  • Iubire pe vecie
  • Любовь навеки

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FAQ

Love Forever FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is Love Forever?

Love Forever runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was Love Forever released?

Love Forever was released on February 14, 2025.

Who directed Love Forever?

Love Forever was directed by Staffan Lindberg.

More films by Staffan Lindberg

Who is in the cast of Love Forever?

Love Forever stars Matilda Källström as Hanna, Charlie Gustafsson as Samuel and Claes Malmberg as Leif, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Love Forever make at the box office?

Love Forever grossed $12,989 worldwide.

How is Love Forever rated?

Love Forever has 5.7/10 on IMDb and 54% on TMDB.

Does Love Forever have a post-credit scene?

No. Love Forever has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Love Forever in?

The original language of Love Forever is Swedish.

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