Love Happens (2009) movie poster

Love Happens (2009)

"Sometimes when you least expect it..."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 64%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 25% (RT: 17%, MC: 33) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Director
Brandon Camp
Runtime
1h 49m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.8/10 (708 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
17%
Metacritic
33
Cast
Aaron Eckhart as Burke
Jennifer Aniston as Eloise Chandler
Dan Fogler as Lane
Judy Greer as Marty
Martin Sheen as Donald, Burke's Father-in-Law
Deirdre Blades as Shirley, Burke's Mother-in-Law
Sasha Alexander as Jessica
It's divisive. Only 64% of audiences liked it based on 708 votes. Critics scored it lower at 25%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Dr. Burke Ryan is a successful self-help author and motivational speaker with a secret. While he helps thousands of people cope with tragedy and personal loss, he secretly is unable to overcome the death of his late wife. It's not until Burke meets a fiercely independent florist named Eloise that he is forced to face his past and overcome his demons. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2009 among dedicated fans.
  • During production of Love Happens, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Love Happens is a 2009 drama, romance film directed by Brandon Camp. Dr. Burke Ryan is a successful self-help author and motivational speaker with a secret.

While he helps thousands of people cope with tragedy and personal loss, he secretly is unable to overcome the death of his late wife. It's not until Burke meets a fiercely independent florist named Eloise that he is forced to face his past and overcome his demons. The film has been rated by 708 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Love Happens delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Love Happens (2009) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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