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Only You (2019): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Only You is a 2019 romantic drama directed by Harry Wootliff, starring Laia Costa as Elena Aldana, Josh O'Connor and Tam Dean Burn. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes and earned $98,669 worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer at the BAFTA 2020. Critics gave it 54% on Rotten Tomatoes and 78 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

IMDb rating
6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes
54%
worldwide gross
$98.7K
award nomination
1
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Only You (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 59m (119 min)
Director
Harry Wootliff
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Only You About?

The premise of Only You without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Faith Corvatch, still captivated by a childhood crush named Damon Bradley, decides to abandon her current life and travel to Venice, Italy, in search of her true love. Believing that destiny will lead her to him, she embarks on a romantic journey filled with chance encounters and the hope of finally meeting her soulmate in the beautiful city.

Only You Themes & Keywords

· 15 tags
  • trying to get pregnant
  • ivf treatment
  • breakup
  • new year's eve
  • taxi ride
  • share ride
  • boyfriend girlfriend relationship
  • negative pregnancy test
  • despair
  • anger
  • false hope
  • sex scene
+3 more
  • pregnancy test
  • medical clinic
  • doctor's appointment
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Cast & crew

Only You Cast & Characters

Laia Costa leads the cast as Elena Aldana, with Josh O'Connor as Jake and Tam Dean Burn as Mike. Directed by Harry Wootliff; 10 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Harry Wootliff

More films directed by Harry Wootliff, best-rated first: True Things and I Don’t Care.

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Ratings

Only You Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Only You 54% on Rotten Tomatoes and 78 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10. Our Echo Score gives it 79/100, strongest in art & craft (85) and weakest in rewatch factor (60).

79 /100

Only You Echo Score Breakdown

Only You is a thoughtfully executed romantic drama that balances emotional sincerity with visual charm. Many critics highlighted the believable chemistry and mature direction, praising the natural performances and understated narrative cohesion. While a few viewers found the pacing uneven or the plot occasionally superficial, most responses emphasize the film’s capacity to evoke genuine warmth and connection through its lead performances and evocative setting. On balance, the film delivers a reliably engaging experience anchored by its heartfelt tone.

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

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of art and craft, Only You excels in its visual presentation and production design. The Italian backdrop is rendered with care, featuring a harmonious color palette and measured cinematography that critics and viewers frequently note. The editing supports the narrative’s emotional beats, and the soundscape, including the musical selections, reinforces the film’s romantic mood. Overall, the film’s visual and technical elements consistently enhance its storytelling.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    When it comes to character and emotion, the film’s strength lies in the nuanced performances and authentic chemistry between the leads. Reviewers note the simmering rapport that conveys both passion and restraint, giving depth to their relationship. Despite one critique of a flat romantic lead, most feedback praises the actors’ ability to sustain emotional resonance. These portrayals anchor the film, making its characters feel consistently vivid and engaging.

  • Story & Flow 75

    In terms of story and flow, Only You offers a mature exploration of romance that balances passion with everyday conflict. Critics describe the narrative as poignant and compelling, highlighting its exploration of heartache and domestic challenges. A few reviewers find the pacing uneven or the plot occasionally superficial, noting moments of hit-and-miss execution. Overall, the storyline maintains engagement through its focused premise and emotional beats, despite minor structural unevenness.

  • Sensory Experience 85

    In the realm of sensory experience, the film is marked by its evocative visual style and supportive sound design. Viewers and critics alike praise the vivid depiction of the Italian scenery, complemented by a melodic score that enhances the romantic atmosphere. The sound mixing is unobtrusive yet effective, allowing the emotional cues to resonate. Together, these elements create an immersive audiovisual backdrop that reinforces the film’s emotional core.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    Regarding rewatch factor, Only You evokes a mixed response on subsequent viewings. Some viewers appreciate the film’s raw emotional perspective and the nuanced performances, noting that its intimate moments remain engaging. Others find the narrative too straightforward or the pacing too deliberate to warrant frequent revisits. In summary, the film offers meaningful moments that may appeal to fans of character-driven romance, though its replay value varies by viewer preference.

Plot

Only You Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Only You from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Elena, 35, is a cynic about relationships. Jake, 26, is a romantic. They meet randomly and have what they both presume to be a one-night-stand. They meet again, and consumed by infatuation, they spend day and night together, missing work, and talking into the early hours. [Jake] seamlessly moves in with Elena and she reveals a secret: for fear of rejection she lied about her age. She’s not 29, she’s 32. [Jake] doesn’t care and says she’s gorgeous. A little later she’s 33, or 34, or 35? He points out she has aged six years in four hours. She says he’ll be 30 when she is 40, and he might want to break up with her, but he says he doesn’t care.

Full summary

The whole story of Only You, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Only You Box Office

Only You grossed $98,669 worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$98.7K

International
$98.7K
Awards

Only You Awards & Nominations

Only You earned 1 award nomination, including Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer at the BAFTA 2020.

1 nomination1 ceremony

Videos

Only You Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Only You.

Only You | Official UK Trailer | In Cinemas & On Demand 12 July
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Only You?

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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Details

Only You Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Только ты” and “只有你”.

Also known as
  • Только ты
  • 只有你
  • Само ти
  • Tylko ty
  • 唯你是愛
  • Doar tu
  • Тільки ти

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FAQ

Only You FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Only You, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Only You?

Only You runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

When was Only You released?

Only You was released on December 3, 2019.

Who directed Only You?

Only You was directed by Harry Wootliff.

More films by Harry Wootliff

Who is in the cast of Only You?

Only You stars Laia Costa as Elena Aldana, Josh O'Connor as Jake and Tam Dean Burn as Mike, among 10 credited actors.

How much did Only You make at the box office?

Only You grossed $98,669 worldwide.

How is Only You rated?

Only You has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 54% on Rotten Tomatoes, 78 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.

Was Only You nominated for any awards?

Only You received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.

Does Only You have a post-credit scene?

No. Only You has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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