Based on Michael Ausiello's best-selling memoir "Spoiler Alert: The Hero Dies," the film is a heartwarming, funny and life-affirming story of how Michael and Kit's relationship is transformed and deepened when one of them falls ill. Read MoreRead Less
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It can be frustratingly uneven, but strong performances from a talented cast help Spoiler Alert stay on the right side of saccharine.
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Sandra Hall Sydney Morning Herald Sometimes the tone is a little too cute but Showalter and his writers have a persuasive ability to defuse the looming threat of sentimentality with comedy. Rated: 3.5/5 Feb 10, 2023 Full Review Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com Spoiler Alert is a delightfully effective melodrama, one that pulls few punches and isn’t afraid of wearing a plethora of emotions out in the open for all to see. Rated: 3/4 Dec 12, 2022 Full Review Katie Rife RogerEbert.com This is a nice film. A sweet film. A film you can watch with your mother-in-law. Rated: 3/4 Dec 9, 2022 Full Review Mark Williams Radio Times This could easily have become a cynical and manipulative tear-jerker. However, director Michael Showalter nimbly avoids mawkishness in much the same way he did with The Big Sick, and the result is both tongue-in-cheek and touching. Rated: 3/5 Apr 4, 2024 Full Review Maxance Vincent InSession Film Sure, it’s an amazingly conventional biopic, going through the ups and downs of Michael’s time with Kit. But it’s also increasingly earnest. Rated: B+ Mar 6, 2024 Full Review Dave Giannini InSession Film Jim Parsons, in a lead role, truly surprised me with his range. Plus, the film really takes its time ge.tting to all the sadness. You learn to love this couple through their trials and tribulations and it is wildly effective. Feb 27, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews
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Anne Funny, sweet, real, sad. Rated 5/5 Stars •Rated 5 out of 5 stars12/27/22 Full Review veronica great movie. watched it twice! Rated 5/5 Stars •Rated 5 out of 5 stars12/21/22 Full Review John What an absolutely wonderful film! Rated 4.5/5 Stars •Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars12/20/22 Full Review J An amazing movie that had us on an emotional rollercoaster. A must see. Rated 5/5 Stars •Rated 5 out of 5 stars12/19/22 Full Review Tom S Powerful love story beautiful cinematography superb acting Rated 5/5 Stars •Rated 5 out of 5 stars12/18/22 Full Review Steven B Beautiful realistic loving relationship with all the pitfalls. Sad yet beautiful at the same time. Great acting all around. Rated 5/5 Stars •Rated 5 out of 5 stars12/18/22 Full Review Read all reviews
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Michael Showalter Director Jim Parsons Michael Ausiello Ben Aldridge Kit Cowan Sally Field Marilyn Bill Irwin Bob Jeffery Self Nick
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Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - You're Going to Beat It Sally Field SceneSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - You're Going to Beat It Sally Field Scene 1:39 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - Michael & Kit's WeddingSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - Michael & Kit's Wedding 1:54 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - Getting High and Getting MarriedSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - Getting High and Getting Married 2:52 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - Heartbreaking Chemo MontageSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - Heartbreaking Chemo Montage 3:01 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - Michael & Kit Kiss Sexy SceneSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - Michael & Kit Kiss Sexy Scene 4:21 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - Brain Tumors Sad SceneSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - Brain Tumors Sad Scene 2:08 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - TV Sitcom Farewell Tearjerker SceneSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - TV Sitcom Farewell Tearjerker Scene 4:25 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - Smurfs and LoveSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - Smurfs and Love 3:57 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - Couple's Therapy Funny SceneSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - Couple's Therapy Funny Scene 2:32 Spoiler Alert: Official Clip - Romantic Christmas TraditionsSpoiler Alert: Official Clip - Romantic Christmas Traditions 2:21 View more videos
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SynopsisBased on Michael Ausiello's best-selling memoir "Spoiler Alert: The Hero Dies," the film is a heartwarming, funny and life-affirming story of how Michael and Kit's relationship is transformed and deepened when one of them falls ill.
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Michael Showalter
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Jim Parsons, Todd Spiewak, Alison Mo Massey, Michael Showalter, Jordana Mollick
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