Movie

The Idea of You

“When the last thing you expect becomes the only thing you want.”

★ 7.3(1,984)20241h 56m

The Idea of You is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Belgium, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Michael Showalter
Release date: 2024-05-02
Runtime: 1h 56m
Language: English
Box office: $36,178
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Welle Entertainment

The Idea of You — trailer

About The Idea of You

The Idea of You is a 2024 movie in the Music, Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Michael Showalter, starring Anne Hathaway, Nicholas Galitzine and Ella Rubin. It has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 1,984 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Idea of You in Belgium — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

40-year-old single mom Solène begins an unexpected romance with 24-year-old Hayes Campbell, the lead singer of August Moon, the hottest boy band on the planet. As they begin a whirlwind romance, it isn't long before Hayes' superstar status poses unavoidable challenges to their relationship, and Solène soon discovers that life in the glare of his spotlight might be more than she bargained for.

Cast

Anne Hathaway

Solène

Nicholas Galitzine

Hayes

Ella Rubin

Izzy

Annie Mumolo

Tracy

Reid Scott

Daniel

Perry Mattfeld

Eva

Jordan Aaron Hall

Zeke

Mathilda Gianopoulos

Georgia

Meg Millidge

Claire

Cheech Manohar

Jeremy

Raymond Cham Jr.

Oliver

Jaiden Anthony

Adrian

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookage differencesingerforty somethingsingle motherolder woman younger man relationshipboy bandcougar relationship

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Idea of You in Belgium?+

In Belgium, you can stream The Idea of You on Amazon Prime Video. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies.

Is The Idea of You on Netflix?+

The Idea of You is not on Netflix in Belgium right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video.

How long is The Idea of You?+

The Idea of You has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

Who stars in The Idea of You?+

The Idea of You stars Anne Hathaway, Nicholas Galitzine, Ella Rubin, Annie Mumolo and Reid Scott.

When did The Idea of You come out?+

The Idea of You is a 2024 movie directed by Michael Showalter.

What genre is The Idea of You?+

The Idea of You is Music, Comedy, Romance and Drama film.

Who directed The Idea of You?+

The Idea of You was directed by Michael Showalter.