Anna Kendrick’s “compelling” psychological thriller with “electric” cast is now streaming for free

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You can now watch the highly praised psychological thriller Alice, Darling for free in the UK. The 2022 film, starring Anna Kendrick and Wunmi Mosaku, tells the story of a woman trying to escape an emotionally abusive relationship.

Kendrick plays the main character, a woman stuck in a controlling relationship with her boyfriend, Simon (played by Charlie Carrick). Her friends, Sophie and Tess, are portrayed by Mosaku and Kaniehtiio Horn.

I’m so excited that Alanna Francis’s film is now available to stream for free! It originally aired on Film4 on February 10th, but now you can watch it anytime on Channel 4’s streaming service.

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Despite receiving only a 42% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film Alice, Darling has been certified Fresh, meaning it has an 84% rating based on reviews from 125 critics.

This quietly powerful film focuses on ordinary, subtle moments, creating a frustratingly slow but effective tension. It gives Kendrick the opportunity to deliver a moving and possibly career-defining performance, according to Empire.

According to The Independent, what makes the film stand out is its nuanced depiction of how psychological abuse slowly takes hold.

Reviewers have also highlighted the strong bond between the characters, with Deadline specifically commending the energetic performances of actors Kendrick, Horn, and Mosaku as a captivating group.

According to The Observer, the most striking aspect of Mary Nighy’s first film, a psychological thriller, is its insightful portrayal of female friendships.

Kendrick will appear in Chris Rock’s upcoming film, Misty Green, which stars Rosalind Eleazar in the title role. The movie also features a strong cast including Adam Driver, known from Star Wars, Daniel Kaluuya from Get Out, as well as Topher Grace, Anthony Anderson, Kelli Garner, Amy Landecker, and Rich Sommer.

Kendrick is also joining a star-studded cast in the upcoming film Babies, directed by Lauren Miller Rogen. He’ll be acting alongside Sharon Stone, Seth Rogen, Issa Rae, Kate Berlant, Ashley Park (known from Emily in Paris), and Zach Cherry from the show Severance.

Alice, Darling is streaming on Channel 4 in the UK.

If you or someone you know is experiencing coercive control, there are organizations that can really help. Groups like Women’s Aid and Refuge offer support and information – they were a lifeline for me when I was trying to understand what was happening, and they can be for you too.

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2026-02-12 03:19