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Prelude to a Kiss

1992Movie1 h 45 minPG-13

ComedyDrama
52
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Letterboxd2.9/5Metacritic62–Rotten Tomatoes63%39%
52
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Letterboxd2.9/5Metacritic62–Rotten Tomatoes63%39%

Summary

A couple fall in love despite the girl's pessimistic outlook. As they struggle to come to terms with their relationship, something supernatural happens that tests it.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

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Cast

18 of 18

Crew

Directed by
Norman René
Written by
Craig Lucas
Produced by
Michael Gruskoff, Michael I. Levy
Music by
Howard Shore

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Facts

July 10, 1992 · 1 h 45 min · PG-13

Released
July 10, 1992
Runtime
1 h 45 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Also spoken
Dutch
Made in
United States
Box office
$23 million
Available in
9 countries

Tropes

Act of True Love, Be Careful What You Wish For, Breaking the Fourth Wall +9

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Prelude to a Kiss worth watching?"

Questions about Prelude to a Kiss

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Prelude to a Kiss worth watching?

52
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52 (IMDb 5.6, Letterboxd 2.9 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 63%, and Metacritic 62). Critics rate it higher (63 out of 100) than audiences (51).

Is Prelude to a Kiss okay for kids?

PG-13

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is Prelude to a Kiss good for date night?

and 5 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will Prelude to a Kiss make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.