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Yesterday

  • 20192019
  • PG-13PG-13
  • 1h 56m
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
149K
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POPULARITY
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Himesh Patel and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
A struggling musician realizes he's the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles. From Oscars-winning director Danny Boyle (Slumdog Millionaire) and writer Richard Curtis (Four Weddings and a Funeral, Love Actually).
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  • Comedy
  • Fantasy
  • Music
A struggling musician realizes he's the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate reality where they never existed.A struggling musician realizes he's the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate reality where they never existed.A struggling musician realizes he's the only person on Earth who can remember The Beatles after waking up in an alternate reality where they never existed.
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
149K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
925
515
  • Director
    • Danny Boyle
  • Writers
    • Richard Curtis(screenplay by)
    • Jack Barth(story by)
  • Stars
    • Himesh Patel
    • Lily James
    • Sophia Di Martino
Top credits
  • Director
    • Danny Boyle
  • Writers
    • Richard Curtis(screenplay by)
    • Jack Barth(story by)
  • Stars
    • Himesh Patel
    • Lily James
    • Sophia Di Martino
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 1.1KUser reviews
    • 315Critic reviews
    • 55Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 19 nominations

    Videos27

    Official Trailer
    Trailer 3:11
    Official Trailer
    Official UK Trailer
    Trailer 2:46
    Official UK Trailer
    Yesterday
    Trailer 2:59
    Yesterday
    All About Sophia Di Martino
    Clip 1:25
    All About Sophia Di Martino
    Yesterday
    Clip 1:02
    Yesterday
    Yesterday
    Clip 0:53
    Yesterday
    Extended Clip
    Clip 1:29
    Extended Clip
    Yesterday
    Featurette 2:41
    Yesterday
    Yesterday
    Featurette 2:11
    Yesterday
    A Look Inside
    Featurette 2:41
    A Look Inside
    Yesterday
    Interview 5:54
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    Yesterday
    Interview 5:14
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    Photos284

    Himesh Patel and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel in Yesterday (2019)
    Sophia Di Martino and Lily James in Yesterday (2019)
    Himesh Patel in Yesterday (2019)

    Top cast

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    Himesh Patel
    Himesh Patel
    • Jack Malikas Jack Malik
    Lily James
    Lily James
    • Ellie Appletonas Ellie Appleton
    Sophia Di Martino
    Sophia Di Martino
    • Carolas Carol
    Ellise Chappell
    Ellise Chappell
    • Lucyas Lucy
    Meera Syal
    Meera Syal
    • Sheila Malikas Sheila Malik
    Harry Michell
    Harry Michell
    • Nickas Nick
    Vincent Franklin
    Vincent Franklin
    • Brianas Brian
    Joel Fry
    Joel Fry
    • Rockyas Rocky
    Michael Kiwanuka
    Michael Kiwanuka
    • Michael Kiwanukaas Michael Kiwanuka
    Karma Sood
    • Young Jackas Young Jack
    Gus Brown
    • Marcus The Dentistas Marcus The Dentist
    Sanjeev Bhaskar
    Sanjeev Bhaskar
    • Jed Malikas Jed Malik
    Karl Theobald
    Karl Theobald
    • Terryas Terry
    Alexander Arnold
    Alexander Arnold
    • Gavinas Gavin
    Dominic Coleman
    Dominic Coleman
    • Ipswich TV Hostas Ipswich TV Host
    Ed Sheeran
    Ed Sheeran
    • Ed Sheeranas Ed Sheeran
    Jane Seaborn
    • Air Hostessas Air Hostess
    Nic Minns
    • Videographeras Videographer
    • Director
      • Danny Boyle
    • Writers
      • Richard Curtis(screenplay by) (story by)
      • Jack Barth(story by)
    • All cast & crew
    • See more cast details at IMDbPro

    What Are the Cast and Creators of 'Yesterday' Watching?

    What Are the Cast and Creators of 'Yesterday' Watching?

    Yesterday director Danny Boyle, screenwriter Richard Curtis, and stars Lily James and Himesh Patel reveal their TV and movie obsessions. And yes, a classic Beatles movie is on the list.
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Himesh Patel did all his own singing and playing in the movie.
    • Goofs
      When the blackout occurs, there are shots of various places across the globe simultaneously descending into darkness, yet half of the globe would have been in daylight - except the daylight half is mostly Pacific Ocean with the USA after sunset in the west, night-time Eurasia in the middle, and Japan before dawn in the east.
    • Quotes

      Ellie Appleton: Miracles happen all the time!

      Jack Malik: Like what?

      Ellie Appleton: Benedict Cumberbatch becoming a sex symbol!

    • Crazy credits
      As well as the credits being shown in a The Beatles-style font, whenever a name contains the letter B during the non-scrolling section of the closing credits, the B is larger than the rest of the text.
    • Connections
      Featured in Good Morning Britain: Episode dated 19 June 2019 (2019)
    • Soundtracks
      Summer Song
      (Richard Curtis, Adem Ilhan & Daniel Pemberton)

      Performed by Himesh Patel (uncredited)

    User reviews1.1K

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    Troubles seemed far away after watching
    There were three main reasons really in seeing 'Yesterday'. The alternative world scenario sounded truly fascinating, one of the most fascinating concepts in recent years to me and a refreshing change from the remakes and sequels constantly made today. Like to love a lot of Danny Boyle's previous films and find him a talented director. The Beatles are not all time favourites but do appreciate him highly, understand their influence in music and like a lot of their songs a lot.

    While it could have done more with its concept, 'Yesterday' turned out to still be entertaining and charming that put me and my sister in an uplifting mood leaving the cinema. Had not had an easy day, or week even, up to seeing the film, so 'Yesterday' was a much needed and appreciated antidote. As far as films released in 2019 go, it is neither one of the best or worst in a hit and miss year and somewhere around solid middle if having to rank.

    'Yesterday' is a slick looking film, not exemplary but never cheap. Lily James looks great and the camera clearly loves her. The music of course is fantastic, it is The Beatles after all, with some of their greatest hits exuberantly performed, making one want to sing along regardless of whether they know all the words or not. "Hey Jude" is one of the most memorable examples. The script balances amusing comedy and never over-sentimental drama without making it too cartoonish or mawkish (well mostly).

    Story-wise, 'Yesterday' captures the feel-good spirit affectionately and the portrayal of the music industry was fun and didn't get over the top. The John Lennon bit is a highlight. Boyle has done better and more inspired direction, but still directs at a crisp pace and balances things quite well. The performances are good, a truly charming James coming off best. Himesh Patel has come on a long way since 'EastEnders' while Kate McKinnon is riotous in the manager role.

    On the other viewpoint, the concept was so fascinating and while it is always engaging the story is predictable and a bit too ordinary. Especially the final third, which is pretty much exactly as one would expect.

    Ed Sheeran's "extended cameo" for my tastes was rather puzzling and didn't seem to gel with everything else.

    All that aside, it was an enjoyable film on the whole and worth seeing. 7/10
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    FAQ11

    • Is Himesh Patel himself actually missing two front teeth?
    • Did Patel film any scenes at a real Ed Sheeran concert?
    • Did Himesh Patel actually practice music for the movie, or is he already able to do it before he was cast?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • June 28, 2019 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • China
      • Japan
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official Site
    • Languages
      • English
      • Portuguese
      • Japanese
    • Also known as
      • Ngày Hôm Qua
    • Filming locations
      • Gorleston on Sea, Norfolk, England, UK
    • Production companies
      • Decibel Films
      • Dentsu
      • Etalon Film
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $26,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $73,286,650
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $17,010,050
      • Jun 30, 2019
    • Gross worldwide
      • $154,608,507
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 56 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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