Synopsis
In 'Friends with Benefits', Jamie (Mila Kunis) and Dylan (Justin Timberlake) are two friends who decide to add sex to their platonic relationship. However, they soon realize that adding the physical aspect complicates things and leads to unexpected romantic feelings.
Why Watch It
Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis spark genuine chemistry while deconstructing rom-com tropes with sharp, self-aware humor that feels refreshingly honest about modern dating. Gluck balances witty banter and emotional authenticity, crafting a film that acknowledges how messy real connection becomes when you try to separate bodies from feelings. It's a crowd-pleaser with brains, offering both laughs and surprisingly earned emotional beats.
Did You Know?
- Both Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake were actually friends before filming.
- The flash mob scene was filmed in Grand Central Station.
- Woody Harrelson's character initially wasn't gay in the original script.
- Mila Kunis performed her own stunts during the flash mob scene.
- Directed by 'Easy A' director Will Gluck.
Iconic Quotes
- I really have to stop buying into this Hollywood cliche of true love.
- Why don't they ever a make a movie about what happens after the big kiss?
- We missed every single thing that could have been special.
- You can't have sex with someone you're not in a relationship with.
- I can work with Photoshop too.
