Synopsis
A Simple Favor follows Stephanie Smothers, an overeager mommy vlogger who befriends the sophisticated and secretive Emily Nelson, only to be drawn into a dark mystery when Emily suddenly vanishes. As Stephanie digs deeper into Emily's past, shocking secrets and dangerous truths begin to surface. Blending dark comedy with stylish thriller elements, the film delivers sharp wit, stunning fashion, and unpredictable twists.
Why Watch It
A slick, darkly comic thriller that transforms the mommy-blogger premise into something genuinely devious. Blake Lively steals every scene as the enigmatic Emily, all icy charm and calculated mystery, while Anna Kendrick's frantic energy perfectly mirrors our own bewilderment. Paul Feig balances camp, suspense, and genuine twists with such assured style that you won't mind being played.
Did You Know?
- Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively improvised many of their scenes together.
- Blake Lively wore over 60 designer outfits throughout the film.
- Director Paul Feig called it his most personal and complex film.
- The film is based on Darcey Bell's 2017 debut novel.
- Blake Lively did most of her own martini-drinking scenes herself.
Iconic Quotes
- What's your deepest, darkest secret? The one you've never told anyone.
- A simple favor is something you ask of a friend.
- I'm not a good person, Stephanie. I never have been.
- Friendship is so much more interesting when there are secrets involved.
- You need to stop being so helpful. It makes people nervous.
