John Cusack, Kate Beckinsale, Molly Shannon

A couple reunite years after the night they first met, fell in love, and separated, convinced that one day they'd end up together.

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79% liked it

205,718 ratings

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58% liked it

128 critics

PG-13, 90 min.

Directed by: Peter Chelsom

Release Date: October 5, 2001

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DVD Release Date: April 9, 2002

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  • September 22, 2009
    I watch soppy films from time to time and this is quite good as soppy films go!
  • May 19, 2008
    what a sweet movie, unbelievable but sweet.
  • May 16, 2008
    a good love story! John Cusack has to be the most romantic guy in all of filmdom.
  • May 2, 2008
    Loooovee John Cusack...light but nice...
  • February 3, 2008
    Pending Review...

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  • November 20, 2009
    fate will lead you in the right place!
  • November 18, 2009
    Epic romance film. John Cusack has a way with women.
    If we were to blame the media for our high expectations on love and relationships, this movie would be your perfect example. One of the cutest stories out there.
  • November 9, 2009
    who say's destiny are not forreals?
  • November 9, 2009
    this chick flick is one of my guilty pleasures. I am not one to go crazy over chick flicks but this one is just too cute for words. John and Kate have great chemistry together and make you want to find your true "soulmate".

    You'll recognize many great actors in this movie. Th...( read more)ey all just add in a great way to the storyline and I don't know about you but I laughed & I cried (don't judge me! lmao!) to this great love story about destiny, soul mates and true love.

    A must-see for Cusack fans!
  • November 9, 2009
    it's one of my favorites and i watched it like ,. . . . 10 times

Critic Reviews


October 6, 2001
Moira MacDonald, Seattle Times

A movie that never rises above featherweight. full review

October 5, 2001
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

Serendipity elevates magic realism into the realm of three-card monte. full review

October 4, 2001
Claudia Puig, USA Today

If you can believe Serendipity's cockeyed conceit, you may find that discovering this escapist love story feels like a lucky accident. full review

October 3, 2001
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

Does romantic comedy have to come off as sugared stupidity? It does here. full review

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Comments


  • michellefortuin
    July 11, 2009
    I've seen Serendipity sooo many times but it just stays sweet! Heart warming, and it's a recommend for everyone who believes in fate!
  • mercadomariapaz
    July 1, 2009
    A very dear friend recommended me this movie, actually he lent me a vhs copy of it. I really loved this movie. I even downloaded from the internet and burnt it on a dvd copy. I was never tired of watching this movie over and over again.
  • countrygirlaustin
    March 4, 2009
    i really love this romantic comedy movie. i admit that i am addicted to it... the more i feel inlove whenever i watch this movie huh...
  • nayita23
    June 24, 2008
    loved it
    bien hecha..
    Excelente peli decembrina
    Buen guión aunque trillado el tema del destino, jamás se puede uno quejar de que se aburrió!
    Buena Pareja! y muy romántica!
  • niwde08
    April 24, 2008
    most
    wonderful lovestory i'ved seen
  • terris85017
    January 21, 2008
    (2001 Director: Peter Chelsom)
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    Well acted & interesting tale of a cynical psychologist who chance encounters her soul mate but who is in such denial that she purposely near jinxes it!

    Must See! Cusack is phenominal. Best performance of Kate Beckinsale (Evolution).

    My son has this in his top 10 movies & with the amazing supporting characters' performances I can see why. Each enlists his/her best friend in a desperate attempt to determine if in fact these 2 are "intended". Those talented "best buddies" are none other than Jeremy Piven (Rush Hour) & Molly Shannon. Eugene Levy (American Pie) co-stars in a supporting role as the Macy's salesclerk who plays a somewhat instrumental role in reuniting the pair! Hiliarious in parts! John Corbin (Lucky, My Big Fat Greek Wedding & Sex in the City) is stunning as a world famous hip musician engaged to Beckinsale.
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  • sparkk2chane
    August 28, 2007
    My favourite scene is the one where he realises he has found the right book, the one that has her number on it. The director did a great job with that part.
    All in all, i really love the movie,especially since i'm living my very own serendipity, which came soon after seeing the movie. Talk about destiny!
  • bethzzzz
    December 22, 2006
    i watched this last night!its wel gd and sweet!
  • lisisimpson
    November 30, 2006
    This movie is so romantic.I love it, and I have watched it so many times, that I know great part of the dialogs, but I never get tired of it.
  • tinkerbelldust77
    September 2, 2006
    I loved this movie I could watch it over and over... If u love 2 watch romance and see ppl fall in love and do anything 2 b 2gether u should watch this movie...

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