Wanderlust (2012): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Wanderlust is a 2012 comedy starring Paul Rudd, Jennifer Aniston and Malin Åkerman. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes and earned $23.8 million worldwide. Critics gave it 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10. Stream it on Starz, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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Spanish - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Wanderlust About?
The premise of Wanderlust without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A Manhattan couple, overwhelmed by stress, finds their world upended when the husband loses his job. They are forced to move to Atlanta and seek refuge with his unusual brother. There, they unexpectedly discover Elysium, a unique community where happiness is valued above all else. As they immerse themselves in this unconventional lifestyle, they must navigate the challenges and eccentricities of Elysium and ultimately decide if it can truly restore their joy and bring them lasting peace.
Wanderlust Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- hippie
- nude protest
- nudist
- commune
- skinny dipping
- male full frontal nudity
- prosthetic penis
- male rear nudity
- male nudity
- male frontal nudity
- free love
- public nudity
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- voyeur
- blonde
- cleavage
- car in lake
- cheating wife
- adultery
- placenta
- infidelity
- brother brother relationship
- childbirth
- deed
- studio apartment
- female nudity
- breasts
- scantily clad female
- drugs
- reference to confucius
- reference to pubic hair
- universal studios
- comic relief
- female full rear nudity
- couple
- love
- new york
- unemployment
- vegan
- short dress
- new york city
- zip drive
- treading grapes
- title appears in writing
- f word
- open air market
- poncho
- newscast
- censored nudity
- male female relationship
- ground breaking ceremony
Where to Watch Wanderlust
Stream it on Starz, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Wanderlust Cast
Paul Rudd leads the cast, with Jennifer Aniston and Malin Åkerman.
Wanderlust Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Wanderlust 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
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IMDb 5.6 /10
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Metacritic 53 Metascore
User score 5.7
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TMDB 55% User score
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Letterboxd 2.7 /5
28 ratings
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Movie Insider 2.5 /5
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Wanderlust Plot Summary
What happens in Wanderlust from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
George, portrayed by Paul Rudd, and Linda, played by Jennifer Aniston, are a married couple navigating the challenges of urban living in New York City. After considerable deliberation, they purchase a chic micro-loft, with George looking forward to an impending promotion while Linda aims to pitch her documentary to HBO. However, their excitement quickly turns to despair when George’s company unexpectedly goes bankrupt, and Linda’s project is rejected. Facing unemployment, they reluctantly decide to sell their apartment and move to Atlanta, Georgia, to stay with George’s self-important brother, Rick.
Full summary
The whole story of Wanderlust, scene by scene
Wanderlust Box Office
Wanderlust grossed $23.8 million worldwide. $17.5 million came from the US and Canada and $6.4 million (27%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$23.8M
- US & Canada
- $17.5M
- International
- $6.4M
Wanderlust Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Wanderlust.
How Well Do You Know Wanderlust?
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 upheaval prompts George and Linda to relocate to Atlanta?
Cars in Wanderlust
13 cars on screen, including the 1990 Honda Civic and the 2007 Cadillac Escalade.
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2003 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role
Wanderlust Also Known As
28 alternative titles, including “Loucuras no Paraiso” and “Locura en el paraíso”.
- Also known as
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- Loucuras no Paraiso
- Locura en el paraíso
- Peace
- Love et Plus Si Affinités
- Страсть к перемене мест
- Sácame del Paraíso
- Жажда странствий
- Nudi e felici
- Peace, love et plus si affinités
- Wanderlust - Der Trip ihres Lebens
- Мир, любов и още нещо
- Bir Ömür Boyu Yolculuk
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- Amor e Outras Cenas
- Hippi-túra
- את
- אני והשאר
- Raj na ziemi
- Tohle je ráj
- 漫游
- Toto je raj
- Cu lumea-n cap
- Viajar é Preciso
- Оголена спокуса
- 원더러스트
- หนีเมืองเฮี้ยว มาเฟี้ยวบ้านนอก
- Klejotkāre
- 隨心所欲
- S njim i na kraj svijeta
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Movies Like Wanderlust
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Wanderland, The New Age and Wander Darkly.
Wanderlust FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Wanderlust, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Wanderlust?
Wanderlust runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
When was Wanderlust released?
Wanderlust was released on February 24, 2012.
Who is in the cast of Wanderlust?
Wanderlust stars Paul Rudd, Jennifer Aniston and Malin Åkerman.
Where can I watch Wanderlust?
In the US, Wanderlust is streaming on Starz and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Wanderlust make at the box office?
Wanderlust grossed $23.8 million worldwide ($17.5 million domestic, $6.4 million international).
How is Wanderlust rated?
Wanderlust has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 53 on Metacritic, 55% on TMDB and 2.7/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Wanderlust have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Wanderlust has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
What language is Wanderlust in?
The original language of Wanderlust is Spanish.
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