Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Mild
- Complexity
- Simple
- Violence
- None
- witty
- breezy
- hopeful
- date night
- lazy sunday
What critics said
Critics generally found the film predictable and conventional but praised Paul Bettany's charm, the central chemistry, and sharper-than-average supporting dialogue.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Peter and Lizzie's relationship develops alongside their professional tennis careers and Wimbledon competition.
Peter's fall from a top-ten ranking toward retirement is challenged by his renewed motivation to compete.
Lizzie's father-manager Dennis attempts to end the relationship because he believes it threatens her tennis career.
The film presents Wimbledon matches, celebrity-athlete spaces, and the central romance with mainstream studio polish.
Films like Wimbledon, and why
Jerry Maguire
Both are breezy sports romances centered on professional athletes, competition, and an emotionally supportive new relationship.
The Cutting Edge
Both combine romantic comedy with a competitive sports setting, appealing leads, and an underdog pursuit of renewed professional success.
Love Actually
Both are warm, conventional British romantic comedies driven by witty dialogue, class differences, and an unlikely couple.
Movie Details
- Director
- Richard Loncraine
- Release Date
- 2004-09-13
- Runtime
- 98 min
- Rating
- 6.2 / 10 (1105)
Cast
- Kirsten Dunst
- Paul Bettany
- Sam Neill
- Jon Favreau
- Bernard Hill
- Eleanor Bron
- Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
- Austin Nichols
- Robert Lindsay
- James McAvoy
Where to watch in United States
- 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 Wimbledon about?
- A fading British tennis player finds renewed competitive fire and an unexpected romance with an American star at Wimbledon.
- What is Wimbledon like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Wimbledon as brisk, its intensity as mild and its storytelling as simple.
- Is Wimbledon violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Wimbledon.
- What did critics think of Wimbledon?
- Critics generally found the film predictable and conventional but praised Paul Bettany's charm, the central chemistry, and sharper-than-average supporting dialogue.
- Which films are like Wimbledon?
- Films with a similar feel include Jerry Maguire, The Cutting Edge, and Love Actually.
- How long is Wimbledon?
- Wimbledon runs 98 minutes.
- Where can I watch Wimbledon?
- In United States, Wimbledon is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
