Upgraded (2024): Cast, Ratings & Ending
Upgraded is a 2024 romantic comedy starring Camila Mendes as Ana, Marisa Tomei and John Hays. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes. Critics gave it 76% on Rotten Tomatoes and 59 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 44m (104 min)
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Gulfstream Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Upgraded About?
The premise of Upgraded without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
While interning in the competitive art world, Ana finds her life unexpectedly upended when a first-class flight upgrade leads to a case of mistaken identity. She embarks on a luxurious and romantic adventure with Will, whose charming deception sets off a series of events that challenge her ambitions and force her to re-evaluate her priorities.
Upgraded Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- romantic comedy
- reference to hilma af klint
- salt and pepper shakers
- margarita
- walking in the rain
- auction
- stain on shirt
- reference to the u.s. navy
- bumping into someone
- reference to vincent van gogh
- upgrade to first class
- soccer coach
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- art auction
- reference to prince william
- reference to hannah montana
- subway train
- reference to rocky balboa
- new york
- reference to carmen herrera
- soccer field
- caught in a lie
- mona lisa tattoo
- airplane
- reference to paul cezanne
- reference to v8
- spilling a drink on someone
- great dane
- hotel
- flying first class
- reference to william shakespeare
- meet cute
- title spoken in dialogue
- rehired for a job
- rain
- auction house
- reference to jean beraud
- soccer game
- clown
- champagne
- reference to jude law
- airport
- nude model
- soccer
- fired from a job
- london england
- reference to pierre auguste renoir
- soccer team
- bloody mary the drink
- reference to shakespeare's a midsummer night's dream
- youth soccer
Upgraded Cast & Characters
Camila Mendes leads the cast as Ana, with Marisa Tomei as Claire and John Hays as New York Auctioner.
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Camila Mendes as Ana -
Marisa Tomei as Claire - John Hays as New York Auctioner
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Aimee Carrero as Vivian
Also Starring in Upgraded
· 16 more- Andrew Schulz Ronnie
- Saoirse-Monica Jackson Amy
- Jack Hewitt Billy
- Rachel Matthews Suzette
- Fola Evans-Akingbola Renee
- Archie Renaux William
- Lena Olin Catherine
- Thomas Kretschmann Arnold Grant
- Grégory Montel Gerard Abel
- Matteo Lane Sovereign Air Lounge Escort
- Renny Krupinski Joe
- Anthony Head Julian Marx
- Akshay Shah Flight Attendant
- Paul Hawkyard Percy
- Chloe Wade Front Desk
- Juliet Agnes Ticket Agent
Upgraded Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Upgraded 76% on Rotten Tomatoes and 59 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 57/100, strongest in character & emotion (68) and weakest in story & flow (45).
Upgraded Echo Score Breakdown
Upgraded delivers a pleasantly cast‑driven romance that benefits from strong performances and competent visual design, yet it remains anchored to well‑trodden rom‑com formulas. Critics and viewers alike commend Camila Mendes and supporting actors, while noting uneven direction and production design that feel down‑market. The plot is widely described as predictable, limiting narrative depth, though the film’s light tone and occasional snappy moments sustain casual enjoyment. As a result, the movie offers modest replay value for fans of the genre but fails to leave a lasting impression.
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 presents a mixed picture. Reviewers highlight moments of polished cinematography and appealing settings, yet many criticize uneven direction and production design that lack upscale polish. The overall visual execution feels competent but occasionally weakly imagined, contributing to a moderate appraisal of the film’s artistic components.
- Character & Emotion 68
When considering acting and character resonance, Upgraded receives generally positive feedback. Performances by Camila Mendes, Marisa Tomei, and the supporting cast are praised for charm and likability, though some viewers note a lack of chemistry between the leads. The characters are seen as colorful and engaging, resulting in a solid, though not flawless, character assessment.
- Story & Flow 45
The narrative structure leans heavily on familiar rom‑com tropes, prompting many reviewers to label the plot as formulaic and predictable. While a few critics cite snappy dialogue and entertaining moments, the overall pacing and originality are viewed as uneven. Consequently, the story component registers as moderately weak relative to genre expectations.
- Sensory Experience 62
Sensory elements, including cinematography and visual style, garner mixed-to-positive remarks. Audiences and critics commend the film’s attractive settings, cityscapes, and occasional sleek couture visuals, though comments on sound design are scarce. The overall sensory experience is deemed appealing enough to enhance the viewing, albeit without groundbreaking innovation.
- Rewatch Factor 55
Regarding rewatch potential, opinions are divided. Some viewers find the film enjoyable enough for a casual second viewing, citing its light‑hearted tone and charismatic cast. Others describe it as unmemorable and lacking lasting depth. This ambivalence yields a moderate rewatch score, reflecting limited but not negligible replay value.
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Rotten Tomatoes 76% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 64%
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Metacritic 59 Metascore
User score 5.4
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TMDB 72% User score
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Letterboxd 2.8 /5
272105 ratings
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Upgraded Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Upgraded 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 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Ana, portrayed by Camila Mendes, is an ambitious intern eager to make her mark in the art world, hoping to win the approval of her exacting boss, Marisa Tomei, who heads Erwins in New York. With aspirations to secure a recommendation from Claire to work at a prestigious art gallery, Ana strives to impress her, despite Claire’s sociopathic perfectionism. Unfortunately, the high cost of living leads Ana to share a cramped living space with her sister Aimee Carrero and her sister’s boyfriend Andrew Schulz, who is eager for Ana to find her own place.
Full summary
The whole story of Upgraded, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Upgraded Trailers & Videos
8 videos: 1 trailer, 4 clips and 3 featurettes.
- Clip Sneak Peek
- Clip Ana & William Meet For The First Time
- Clip Ana & Will's Meet Cute
- Clip Ana’s Outfit Fail On Her Big Day
How Well Do You Know Upgraded?
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
- Question 1: not answered
- Question 2: not answered
- Question 3: not answered
- Question 4: not answered
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- Question 8: not answered
- Question 9: not answered
- Question 10: not answered
Who is Ana's demanding boss?
Cars in Upgraded
14 cars on screen, including the 2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan and the 2015 Chevrolet Suburban.
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2019 Rolls-Royce Cullinan Important role -
2015 Chevrolet Suburban Minor role -
2015 Cadillac Escalade ESV Background role -
2012 Chevrolet Impala Background role
Upgraded Also Known As
28 alternative titles, including “Upgrade: Primera clase” and “Ascenso”.
- Also known as
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- Upgrade: Primera clase
- Ascenso
- 升舱巧遇
- 升等之旅
- 업그레이드
- Pierwsza klasa, დაწინაურებული
- Upgrade: As Cores do Amor
- アップグレード:どん底女子の幸せ探し
- Surclassée
- Повышение
- שדרוג
- First Class
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- Апгрейд
- Povýšení
- Upgraded: amore, arte e bugie
- รักฉบับอัพเกรด
- Yükseliş
- Pirma klasė
- Надограђена
- A csaj, aki képben van
- ارتقا یافته
- ترقية
- ΑΝΑΒΑΘΜΙΣΗ
- अपग्रेडेड
- Naik Taraf
- Clasa întâi
- அப்கிரேடெட்
- అప్గ్రేడెడ్
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Upgraded FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Upgraded, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Upgraded?
Upgraded runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
When was Upgraded released?
Upgraded was released on February 9, 2024.
Who is in the cast of Upgraded?
Upgraded stars Camila Mendes as Ana, Marisa Tomei as Claire and John Hays as New York Auctioner, among 20 credited actors.
How is Upgraded rated?
Upgraded has 76% on Rotten Tomatoes, 59 on Metacritic, 72% on TMDB and 2.8/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Upgraded have a post-credit scene?
No. Upgraded has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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