A “must-watch” ’90s-set Irish comedy-drama compared to Derry Girls gets new UK streaming home

90s-set Irish comedy-drama Dating Amber has landed on a new UK streaming home.

In 2020, I found myself drawn into the world of “Handsome Devil,” where I, as Eddie (played by Fionn O’Shea), navigated through my closeted Irish teenage years. To keep our secrets under wraps and dodge scrutiny, Amber (Lola Petticrew) and I embarked on a pretend romance.

Movie enthusiasts can rejoice, as the film is now back on Prime Video in the UK for those eager to watch it this week.

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Five years ago, the romantic film “Dating Amber” received significant praise upon its debut, maintaining a nearly perfect rating of 94% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 51 critic reviews.

The reviewer finds similarities between the movie “NME” and the series “Derry Girls,” describing it as a compelling teenage romance. They note that while many films explore first loves and awkward dates, not all have lasting appeal or resonate with diverse audiences. The reviewer is happy to report that “Dating Amber” stands out from the crowd in this regard.

The Pink Lens described it as an “honest and witty comedy” that beautifully portrays the innocence of a deep friendship and the emerging yet bashful sexual discoveries of two individuals.

Simultaneously, The Hollywood Reporter described it as a charming exploration of friendship between two children identifying within the LGBTQ community, while San Jose Mercury News highly commended the film as a significant addition to LGBTQ cinema and an enjoyable movie that maintains its appeal without compromising.

The film titled “Dating Amber” hails from the creative minds of director and writer David Freyne, showcasing captivating performances by Sharon Horgan known for her role in “Bad Sisters“, Barry Ward from “Save Me“, and Simone Kirby who graced the screen in “His Dark Materials“.

Recently added to Prime Video is the 2018 film titled “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society,” a captivating production featuring the talents of Lily James and Matthew Goode.

The historical series centers around an author venturing to the island of Guernsey to delve deeper into a remarkable wartime book club established there.

Dating Amber is streaming now on Prime Video.

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2025-08-28 12:49