Dinner Party Disasters
A marriage is put to the test when the neighbours come over for dinner, but the evening takes an unexpected turn. The Invite, a dark dinner-table comedy, is coming to the Electric Palace Hastings.
Dir: Olivia Wilde
Cast: Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, Edward Norton
107 mins · 2026 · United States of America · Cert 15 · English, Spanish, French
IMDb 7.5/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 96% · Metacritic 82/100 · TMDB 7.2/10 · Trakt 76%
Awards: 2 wins & 8 nominations total
Are you ready for a dinner party like no other? The Invite, a dark dinner-table comedy directed by Olivia Wilde, is set to screen at the Electric Palace Hastings on Thursday, 26 November 2026. The film stars Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton as two couples who come together for a night that promises to be anything but ordinary.
The film is a remake of the 2020 Spanish film The People Upstairs, and it explores the complexities of marriage and relationships. As the evening wears on, the characters' true selves are revealed, and the night takes a turn that no one could have anticipated. With its talented cast and sharp dialogue, The Invite is a comedy that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The film has received widespread critical acclaim, with a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a score of 82 out of 100 on Metacritic. Audiences have also praised the film, with an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 on TMDB and 76% on Trakt. The film has won two awards and received eight nominations, including a positive reception at the Sundance Film Festival.
Viewers have praised the film's sharp humor, charismatic cast, and satisfying ending. Some have noted that the film's exploration of heavier themes, such as marriage and relationships, is both thought-provoking and entertaining. Others have appreciated the film's ability to balance comedy and drama, creating a truly unforgettable viewing experience.
Tickets are with the button beside the article. Don't miss the opportunity to see The Invite at the Electric Palace Hastings on Thursday, 26 November 2026. With its talented cast, sharp dialogue, and unpredictable plot, this film is sure to be a highlight of the cinematic year.
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What viewers say
poeticat · 10/10
"Don't be rude, touch her b00bs Joe." 😭 I nearly died of laughter. My stomach hurt. The whole cinema erupted every 5 seconds; peak communal joy. The comedic timing was immaculate, the score never missed a beat, and the casting was just perfect. Everyone understood the assignment. The story itself was raw, and though some aspects were exaggerated for comedic effect, it never lost its heart and sentiment. There's just so much to unpack in The…
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imiloali · 10/10
u really don’t need 20 locations to make a good movie lolll yeah this felt so realllll. i loved how messy everyone was bc thats what people are actually like no bad guys, no good guys. the film trusts the audience to sit with uncomfortable, imperfect people instead of forcing a plot line. the scene after the free therapy session somehow perfectly summed up the entire night after all that honesty and awkwardness, there was nothing left to say. it…
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Traktorama · 4/10
There is very little depth here. The characters each have one single dimension with the one matching emotion to carry throughout the movie. There's no nuance in the relationships either; one's happy, balanced, sexual and the other is miserable, sexless, out of kilter. Repeat the same thing for 90 minutes, throw in some predictable revelations that only go towards supporting what has already been shown. Oh and they talk, talk, talk, talk, talk,…
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eddief24@hotmail.com · 1/10
Perhaps the most annoying start to a film I’ve ever watched. I can watch most things with Seth Rogan, but that laugh for me is nails down a blackboard. The next following 30 minutes became so exhausting to listen to I switched it off for 5 minutes. On continuing, the neighbours came round and it’s clear to see they are different. I love Ed Norton, but my god, that smug grin he has, like he’s completed life. Wilde and Cruz were the only two of…
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fasterfilmcritic · 7/10
The Invite is a marriage comedy that's as uncomfortable as it is funny. Its characters are wonderfully written and perfectly cast. The confined setting occasionally makes scenes feel repetitive, but the dialogue keeps the story engaging. It explores heavier themes than expected, yet it remains fun, thoughtful, and entertaining.
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KelvinCrag · 2/10
That movie was a complete waste of my time.
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jarvis-17157707
Yeah it’s my mistake for watching an Olivia Wilde movie in the first place
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Temptershell · 8/10
I went into this film without high expectations and ended up absolutely loving it. It is funny, emotional, tense, and unpredictable from beginning to end. Seth Rogen is truly excellent here, showcasing brilliant comedic timing, while Penélope Cruz is incredibly charismatic and magnetic – I absolutely loved her in this role. The entire cast, the sharp humor, the atmospheric score, and the satisfying ending all work perfectly together. I already…
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