Splitsville (2025): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Splitsville is a 2025 comedy starring Adria Arjona as Ashley, Dakota Johnson and Kyle Marvin. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $3.5 million worldwide on a $20 million budget. Critics gave it 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Watch This Ready
- Budget
- $20M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Splitsville About?
The premise of Splitsville without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
When Ashley (Adria Arjona) asks for a divorce, good‑natured Carey (Kyle Marvin) turns to his friends Julie (Dakota Johnson) and Paul (Michael Angelo Covino) for comfort, only to discover they maintain an open marriage. Carey’s curiosity leads him to overstep boundaries, throwing his own relationships into turmoil. Awkward comedy erupts, upending.
Splitsville Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- male full frontal nudity
- male pubic hair
- fake penis
- male rear nudity
- prosthetic penis
- male nudity
- male frontal nudity
- open marriage
- emotional support
- wife asking husband for divorce
- sex with husband's best friend
- couple cheating on each other
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- man fights a man
- cheating wife
- wife confesses infidelity to husband
- husband suggests open marriage
- cheating husband
- sex with best friend's wife
- cuckolded husband
- wife seduces husband's friend
- pubic hair
- friendship between men
- f word
- neo screwball comedy
- infidelity
- unfaithful wife
- male friendship
- adultery
- adulterous wife
- one word title
- husband wife relationship
- singing along to music on a car radio
- smiling
- puns
- reference to ghost
- kiss
- handjob while driving
- car wreck
- kissing neck
- road rage
- seat belt off
- cpr
- police
- police officer
- police officers
- man undoes his fly
- road trip
- new jersey
- unfaithful
- letter
Splitsville Cast & Characters
Adria Arjona leads the cast as Ashley, with Dakota Johnson as Julie and Kyle Marvin as Carey.
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Adria Arjona as Ashley -
Dakota Johnson as Julie - Kyle Marvin as Carey
- Michael Angelo Covino as Paul
Also Starring in Splitsville
· 16 more- Simon Webster Russ
- Charlie Gillespie Jackson
- David Castañeda Fede
- Nahéma Ricci Antoneta
- Tyrone Benskin Dr. Ott
- Nicholas Braun Matt
- Jessika Mathurin Keri
- Letitia Brookes Officer Lank
- O-T Fagbenle Brent
- Tyler Hall Crash Driver
- Emily O'Connor Dead Woman
- Leo Hennely Connor
- Robin Guillen Wetsuit Man
- Luke McPhail Brandon Lugiana
- Jean-Claude Morais Process server
- Jai Pun Oliver
Splitsville Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Splitsville 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 72/100, strongest in rewatch factor (85) and weakest in story & flow (60).
Splitsville Echo Score Breakdown
Splitsville delivers a kinetic comedy that thrives on rapid-fire dialogue and unpredictable set‑pieces, offering notable rewatch value despite uneven storytelling. Critics commend its visual flair and character‑driven humor, while noting lapses in narrative focus and occasional tonal strain. The film’s strengths in humor and sensory style are tempered by a story that wavers between manic energy and uneven cohesion, resulting in a solid but imperfect entertainment experience.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 70
In terms of direction and visual style, the film is praised for its striking indie aesthetic and inventive framing, contributing to a memorable look. Critics note moments where the visual momentum wanes, leading to occasional distraction. Overall, the craftsmanship supports the comedic tone, though it is not uniformly consistent throughout the runtime.
- Character & Emotion 78
When assessing character work, reviewers highlight the witty, dialogue‑driven performances that generate emotional resonance and chemistry. Some criticism points to uneven character steadiness, yet the majority view the portrayals as engaging and well‑anchored in the script’s rapid exchanges. The net impression is that characters largely succeed in carrying the film’s comedic ambitions.
- Story & Flow 60
Regarding plot and pacing, the narrative is described as ambitious but at times unfocused, favoring one storyline over another. Critics appreciate the inventive premises and comedic twists but cite a lack of coherent momentum in later sections. Consequently, the story is seen as entertaining yet uneven, limiting its overall narrative impact.
- Sensory Experience 68
The sensory experience receives commendation for its vivid visual palette and energetic sound design that amplify the film’s frantic tone. While the soundtrack receives limited specific mention, the overall auditory and visual cohesion is regarded as effective though not consistently sustained. The sensory elements generally enhance the comedic atmosphere.
- Rewatch Factor 85
The rewatch factor stands out as a key strength, with critics noting the film’s abundance of jokes, unpredictable beats, and layered dialogue that reward multiple viewings. Its fast‑paced humor and continual surprises sustain audience interest over repeated watches, making it a film that invites return engagements.
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IMDb 6.4 /10
18364 votes
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Metacritic 73 Metascore
User score 6.3
See on Metacritic
Splitsville Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Splitsville from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Carey Kyle Marvin and Ashley Adria Arjona are a married couple who hit the road for a casual drive, trading light songs and playful closeness as they weave through the day. The mood shifts when Ashley loses interest mid-song, and a bold, impulsive moment follows: a handjob while they cruise. A passing couple honks, and soon they crash—careening over a dirt mound, the other vehicle’s driver badly injured and his wife ejected from the car. On the roadside, Ashley tries to revive the woman as a police officer arrives and confirms the tragedy. Carey’s awkward moment in the chaos—his entirely exposed state—drops the scene into a surprising, uncomfortable realism that sets the film’s tone for what follows.
Full summary
The whole story of Splitsville, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Splitsville Box Office & Budget
Splitsville grossed $3.5 million worldwide on a $20 million budget, 17% of what it cost. $1.9 million came from the US and Canada and $1.6 million (45%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$3.5M
17% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $1.9M
- International
- $1.6M
- Budget
- $20M
Splitsville Trailers & Videos
8 videos: 1 trailer, 5 clips and 2 featurettes.
- Clip Official Clip - Ashley Wants a Divorce
- Clip Official Clip - Goldfish
- Clip Official Clip - We Are Not Monogamous
- Clip Official Clip - I Chose You
How Well Do You Know Splitsville?
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
What are the names of the married couple introduced at the beginning of the film?
Splitsville Also Known As
15 alternative titles, including “Amores Compartidos” and “Avatud abielu”.
- Also known as
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- Amores Compartidos
- Avatud abielu
- Libre échange
- Páratlan párosok
- Skomplikowani
- Нескромные
- 스플릿츠빌
- Amores À Parte
- Raskid
- Сплітсвіль. Розлучення по-дорослому
- יחסים פתוחים
- سبليتسفيل
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- Atvērtā laulība
- Razhod
- 分裂鎮
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Articles About Splitsville
Our article about Splitsville: “Splitsville (2025) Review & Opinions: Critics' Reception and Fan Reactions to the Open Marriage Drama”.
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Splitsville FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Splitsville, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Splitsville?
Splitsville runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was Splitsville released?
Splitsville was released on August 22, 2025.
Who is in the cast of Splitsville?
Splitsville stars Adria Arjona as Ashley, Dakota Johnson as Julie and Kyle Marvin as Carey, among 20 credited actors.
How much did Splitsville make at the box office?
Splitsville grossed $3.5 million worldwide ($1.9 million domestic, $1.6 million international) on a budget of $20 million.
How is Splitsville rated?
Splitsville has 6.4/10 on IMDb and 73 on Metacritic.
Does Splitsville have a post-credit scene?
No. Splitsville has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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