Spoiler Alert

A heartfelt journey through love and loss, where laughter meets tragedy in a poignant romance.

Critics praise the warm lead performances and the fresh handling of a familiar dying-lover story, though some find the structure and sitcom-memory framing uneven.

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• Love Storyshared bittersweet romantic comedy tone with a terminal illness arc and a true-story romance centered on a gay couple
• Philadelphiashared gay love story confronting terminal illness with warm humor and emotional candor
• The Big Sickshared witty romcom register layered over a grounded real-life relationship drama

Director

Michael Showalter

Release Date

2022-12-02

Runtime

110 min

Rating

7.0 / 10 (188)

What is Spoiler Alert about?

A gay journalist's romance with a free-spirited man turns tragic when his partner is diagnosed with terminal cancer.

What is Spoiler Alert like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Spoiler Alert as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is Spoiler Alert violent?

No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Spoiler Alert.

What did critics think of Spoiler Alert?

Critics praise the warm lead performances and the fresh handling of a familiar dying-lover story, though some find the structure and sitcom-memory framing uneven.

Which films are like Spoiler Alert?

Films with a similar feel include Love Story, Philadelphia, and The Big Sick.

How long is Spoiler Alert?

Spoiler Alert runs 110 minutes.

Where can I watch Spoiler Alert?

In United States, Spoiler Alert streams on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.