Underrated Rachel McAdams Movie Is What You’re Looking for This Valentine’s Season
A fresh take on the time-worn romance genre.
Valentine's Day is right around the corner. And you've all probably already watched The Notebook a ridiculous amount of times (and we're not judging). But if you think you've seen it all, you couldn't be more mistaken.
There's another gem starring Rachel McAdams that deserves your attention, a movie that manages to combine humor and emotion so clever we didn't even know it was possible.
Of course, we mean About Time. The film, which also features a delightful early-career appearance by Margot Robbie. And, you guessed it, she is brilliant, as usual.
About Time Is Not Your Usual Rom-Com
About Time follows Tim Lake (Domhnall Gleeson), a charming but awkward young man who discovers an interesting family secret. What is this secret, you may ask. Well, the guy can reverse time! What follows isn't your typical sci-fi narrative, instead, we're treated to a really emotional romance movie.
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When Tim meets Mary (our beloved Rachel McAdams), the chemistry is instant. You just simply can't look away. Their love story begins with a unique to rom-coms twist, as Tim uses his newfound ability to perfect their encounters. But wait...there's another twist. The story evolves into something far more complicated, when Tim finds limits to his abilities.
Why You NEED to Watch After Time in 2025
I know, we've all watched countless rom-coms, and at times it feels like rinse and repeat, but we promise you: not this time! We can confidently say this one can easily claim a spot in your top 10.
The cinematography is breathtaking. It makes you feel like you're walking London's streets yourself. But what really draws us to About Time is the way it combines love, family and, of course, humor.
About Time is refreshing that a romantic film doesn't rely on tired clichés or manufactured drama. It offers something deeper, a reminder to cherish the simple things in life. The time-traveling element isn't tacky at all, and it adds to the movie's charm.
This is the perfect movie for fans of The Notebook who are ready to experience a different side of Rachel McAdams, or anyone who believes in the power of love and family.
This Valentine's season, give yourself the gift of this film, and we're sure that you will not be disappointed. Who knows, maybe this gem will get on your rewatch list (because we think it has a very high potential to).
Find out how Tim will use his power to get a girl on Netflix and Apple TV+.