Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Easy to follow
- Violence
- None
- whimsical
- wistful
- gentle
- date night
- quiet evening
What critics said
Critics broadly viewed the film as a misfire, citing its questionable story and exaggerated accents despite the talent of its cast.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Rosemary persistently pursues Anthony while his family curse and unusual self-conception complicate their relationship.
Tony considers selling the Reilly farm to his American nephew, putting Anthony's future and attachment to the land under pressure.
The film frames rural Ireland through deliberately theatrical performances, comic local color, and conspicuously stylized accents.
Rosemary's longstanding feelings for Anthony are clear while Anthony remains oblivious to her devotion.
Films like Wild Mountain Thyme, and why
Local Hero
shared rural romance, eccentric courtship, and heightened comic sentimentality
The Quiet Man
shared pastoral setting, thwarted love, and wistful romantic comedy
Moonstruck
shared unconventional romantic pairing, whimsical tone, and emotional oddity
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society
shared village romance, family pressure, and gentle dramatic comedy
Movie Details
- Director
- John Patrick Shanley
- Release Date
- 2020-12-11
- Runtime
- 102 min
- Rating
- 5.3 / 10 (219)
Cast
- Emily Blunt
- Jamie Dornan
- Jon Hamm
- Christopher Walken
- Dearbhla Molloy
- Danielle Ryan
- Barry McGovern
- Don Wycherley
- Clare Barrett
- Darragh O'Kane
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Hulu, Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Wonder Project Amazon Channel
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Wild Mountain Thyme about?
- A headstrong Irish farmer pursues her emotionally elusive neighbor through a fanciful tangle of family inheritance, rural tradition, and wildly unconventional romance.
- What is Wild Mountain Thyme like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Wild Mountain Thyme as measured, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as easy to follow.
- Is Wild Mountain Thyme violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Wild Mountain Thyme.
- What did critics think of Wild Mountain Thyme?
- Critics broadly viewed the film as a misfire, citing its questionable story and exaggerated accents despite the talent of its cast.
- Which films are like Wild Mountain Thyme?
- Films with a similar feel include Local Hero, The Quiet Man, Moonstruck, and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society.
- How long is Wild Mountain Thyme?
- Wild Mountain Thyme runs 102 minutes.
- Where can I watch Wild Mountain Thyme?
- In United States, Wild Mountain Thyme streams on Hulu, Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, Wonder Project Amazon Channel.
