British romantic comedies have long been a beloved staple of cinema, from the charming works of Richard Curtis to modern hits like the latest Bridget Jones installment, which shattered box office records in the UK and Ireland. Now, a new contender is ready to steal hearts: Finding Emily, a fresh rom-com from the producers behind Notting Hill and Bridget Jones's Diary.
Directed by Alicia MacDonald and penned by Rachel Hirons, Finding Emily follows a young man who, after being given the wrong number for his dream girl, teams up with a driven psychology student to track her down. Of course, love has a way of rewriting the best-laid plans. The film debuted in the UK on May 22 and has already earned a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes from 23 critic reviews. One critic praised it as “entertaining, sweet, and gentle, but with serious bite in its commentary about gender politics within universities,” while another noted its “attractive leads, funny and eccentric ensemble cast, uncynical sweetness, and a fab soundtrack.”
Leading the cast is Angourie Rice, known to audiences as Cady Heron in the 2024 Mean Girls remake and as Betty Brant in the MCU Spider-Man trilogy. She stars opposite Spike Fearn (Tell Me Everything, Alien: Romulus). The ensemble also includes Oscar nominee Minnie Driver (Good Will Hunting), Sadie Soverall (Saltburn), Ella Maisy Purvis (Patience), and Cora Kirk (Your Christmas or Mine?).
For fans of the Spider-Man franchise, Rice's involvement adds extra excitement. Her role as Betty Brant in the MCU films showcased her charm, and she now brings that same energy to this romantic lead. If you're looking for more Spider-Man-adjacent content, check out our coverage of Nicolas Cage's 'Spider-Noir', which has been earning critical acclaim on Prime Video.
Finding Emily is set to hit U.S. theaters on August 28, 2026. With its blend of heartfelt storytelling, sharp social commentary, and a stellar cast, it's shaping up to be the next must-see British rom-com. Stay tuned for more exclusive previews of the hottest upcoming films and TV projects.
