Please Stand By (2018) movie poster

Please Stand By (2018)

"Boldly go."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 68%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 52% (RT: 56%, MC: 49) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDrama

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Director
Ben Lewin
Runtime
1h 33m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (510 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
56%
Metacritic
49
Cast
Dakota Fanning as Wendy Welcott
Alice Eve as Audrey
Toni Collette as Scottie
Shawn Roe as Derrick
Lexi Aaron as Herself
It's divisive. Only 68% of audiences liked it based on 510 votes. Critics gave it 52%.
Overview
A young autistic woman runs away from her caregiver in order to boldly go and deliver her 500-page Star Trek script to a writing competition in Hollywood. On an adventure full of laughter and tears, Wendy follows the guiding spirit of Mr. Spock on her journey into the unknown. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Please Stand By was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • The initial cut of Please Stand By was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Please Stand By is a 2018 comedy, drama film directed by Ben Lewin. A young autistic woman runs away from her caregiver in order to boldly go and deliver her 500-page Star Trek script to a writing competition in Hollywood. On an adventure full of laughter and tears, Wendy follows the guiding spirit of Mr.

Spock on her journey into the unknown. The film has been rated by 510 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Please Stand By 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. Please Stand By (2018) 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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