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Bridesmaids

Annie (Kristen Wiig), is a maid of honor whose life unravels as she leads her best friend, Lillian (Maya Rudolph), and a group of colorful bridesmaids (Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, Wendi McLendon-Covey and Ellie Kemper) on a wild ride down the road to matrimony. Annie's life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best friend is engaged, she simply must serve as Lillian's maid of honor. Though lovelorn and broke, Annie bluffs her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals. With one chance to get it perfect, she'll show Lillian and her bridesmaids just how far you'll go for someone you love. Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Comedy), release year 2011, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

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Story of Bridesmaids

Annie (Kristen Wiig), is a maid of honor whose life unravels as she leads her best friend, Lillian (Maya Rudolph), and a group of colorful bridesmaids (Rose Byrne, Melissa McCarthy, Wendi McLendon-Covey and Ellie Kemper) on a wild ride down the road to matrimony. Annie's life is a mess. But when she finds out her lifetime best friend is engaged, she simply must serve as Lillian's maid of honor. Though lovelorn and broke, Annie bluffs her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals. With one chance to get it perfect, she'll show Lillian and her bridesmaids just how far you'll go for someone you love.

Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Comedy), release year 2011, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

Title facts

  • Type Movie
  • Release year 2011
  • Released 13 May 2011
  • Runtime 125 minutes
  • Content rating R
  • IMDb rating IMDb 6.8/10 from 323,706 votes
  • Metascore 75/100
  • Genres Comedy
  • Languages English, Thai, Spanish, French
  • Countries United States

Cast

Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne

Direction and writing

Directed by: Paul Feig

Written by: Kristen Wiig, Annie Mumolo

Awards and recognition

Nominated for 2 Oscars. 25 wins & 72 nominations total

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