Hastings Screens The Roses
A dark comedy about a marriage in chaos comes to Hastings, starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman. Director Jay Roach's film explores the absurdity of modern life and relationships.
Dir: Jay Roach
Cast: Olivia Colman, Benedict Cumberbatch, Andy Samberg, Kate McKinnon, Belinda Bromilow, Ncuti Gatwa, Sunita Mani, Zoë Chao
105 mins · 2025 · United Kingdom, United States of America · Cert 15 · English, Spanish
IMDb 6.6/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 64% · Metacritic 58/100 · TMDB 6.6/10 · Trakt 71%
Awards: 1 nomination total
Benedict Cumberbatch is known for his nuanced portrayals of complex characters, and his role in The Roses is no exception. As Theo Rose, a successful architect whose career begins to unravel, he brings a sense of vulnerability and desperation to the film. Alongside Olivia Colman, who plays his wife Ivy, a talented chef whose restaurant becomes a huge success, the two leads deliver performances that are both humorous and heartbreaking. The film follows their story over two decades, exploring themes of relationships, status, and success, as their marriage becomes increasingly chaotic.
The Roses is a black comedy that explores the darker side of relationships and the absurdity of modern life. With its talented cast, including Andy Samberg and Kate McKinnon as the Roses' eccentric neighbors, and witty dialogue, the film is a thought-provoking commentary on the challenges of marriage and the consequences of success. The film's score has been met with mixed reviews, with an IMDb rating of 6.6/10, a Rotten Tomatoes score of 64%, and a Metacritic score of 58/100. On TMDB, the film has a rating of 6.6/10, while on Trakt, it has a score of 71% from 6607 users.
The film has received one nomination, and its US box office gross was $15,298,844. Despite mixed reviews from critics, the film has been praised for its performances, with many viewers noting that the chemistry between Cumberbatch and Colman is undeniable. Some viewers have noted that the film's tone can be uneven, veering wildly from comedy to drama, but overall, the consensus is that The Roses is a charming and lighthearted film that explores the ups and downs of marriage.
The Roses will be screened at ODEON Hastings, Hastings, on Sunday, 29 November 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. With its talented cast and thought-provoking commentary on relationships, The Roses is a film that will leave viewers laughing and reflecting on the challenges of marriage and success.
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What viewers say
RG9400 · 3/10
This movie is marketed as an off the rails comedy. It is decidedly not that. It starts out with a therapy lesson that ends up with a flashback. Initially, I thought this was an interesting and sincere way to build some depth and emotional weight to the eventual craziness. It honestly did start out strong with the dichotomy of their two careers and aspirations, but it just goes on. And on. I kid you not, it takes an hour before the movie returns…
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okay0 · 7/10
**Sometimes I can't even feel his c--- inside me.** Hilarious. So much good dialogue with excellent performances from the leads. Awesome cinema experience, the oldies we're an extra layer of entertainment. _Worth watching_
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Woffingshire · 7/10
Brilliantly acted and very funny. That said, it's not entirely comedy, it hits surprisingly hard on the topic of relationship breakdowns, the consequences of success and the pits of failure. Hated the ending though. I know it's based on a book. I know that's how the book ends, but it completely destroys the entire journey of the characters and their relationship.
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durack · 8/10
This is brilliant and absolutely packed with witty British humour. Even though the story is set in sunny California, it feels very British at heart: the dialogue, the tone, and especially the way the lead actors handle the chaos all bring a distinct “UK-meets-US” flavour. The cinematography is top-notch . Every frame looks carefully composed and polished. The set designs and wardrobe are equally impressive: you can tell the team paid attention…
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mojoko123 · 7/10
Awful. The sets were the only decent part of this film. Performances were good too, but that’s obv considering the cast. But like….why bother remaking a movie if you’re not going to even bother to at least attempt to make it as good as the original
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fasterfilmcritic · 6/10
The Roses is a charming, lighthearted film. Olivia Colman shines in a role perfectly suited to her, and Benedict Cumberbatch is equally well cast. The rest of the ensemble, however, feels more like extras than true contributors. While I didn't buy into every aspect of the story, enough of it is relatable and genuinely funny that it’s easy to recommend.
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raony_pimentel_3b81c0 · 6/10
surreal. mas elabora bem a ideia de que um homem jamais aguentaria viver a vida da própria esposa.
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KogucikPL · 2/10
(112/2025) A total disappointment, the most boring movie I've seen this year. The original Danny DeVito version from 1989 is a million times better. The actor from Sherlock plays like some kind of cyborg robot, he's super artificial, and his voice makes me nauseous and want to vomit, I never want to see him in any movie again, bleh :/ One point higher for Samberg. The movie is disgusting, I mean disgustingly boring, even Samberg is disgusting in…
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