Netflix has added a bunch of new rom-coms in 2018 and To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before is one of the best added so far. Here’s a complete before and after you watch guide to the movie including its soundtrack, cast list, review scores and a look at whether or not you should buy the book.
Before you watch
Not watched yet but looking for a few reasons to jump in? Let’s start off with some facts about the new movie.
Directed by: Susan Johnson (Carrie Pilby) Released on Netflix: August 17th, 2018 Runtime: 99 minutes
What’s the movie about?
The movie is based on the 2014 novel of the same name which was written by Jenny Han. It tells the story of a high schooler who has all of her love letters sent out to her crushes from over the years. She then has to get a fake boyfriend to help deal with her situation.
Review Scores
7.9 on IMDb, 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and 62 on Metacritic
The movie has been an instant hit with fans and most of the critics around the world. Fans, in particular, praised how close it stuck to the book the movie is based on and also praised the lead actress.
We find Cady Lang’s review in Time.com to be the aggregated voice of the critics saying: “Its heartwarming and clear-eyed approach to first love and the challenges of coming-of-age distinguishes it from its contemporaries.”
After you watch
To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before Soundtrack
Cast list and where you’ve seen them before
Netflix managed to pick a fantastic cast for this movie with each actor either featuring in a primetime teen drama or having starred in other Netflix movies in the past. Here’s a breakdown of the main cast and where you’ve seen them before.
Should you buy the book?
What to watch next?
Looking for some similar movies on Netflix to “To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before”? Here are a few suggestions!
As we mentioned earlier, Netflix has released a string of great rom-coms this year. The biggest one by far has been The Kissing Booth which still remains one of the best movies added this year. Should you have The Duff or Angus Thongs and Perfect Snogging streaming, those are two definite watches too.
Looking for a series similar? Then we’d recommend #RealityHigh.
