Hurry Up Tomorrow (2025) is a psychological thriller directed by Trey Edward Shults, featuring Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye in his first leading film role. The film, which shares its title with Tesfaye's sixth studio album, delves into themes of fame, identity, and self-destruction. W Magazine+7Medium+7Wikipedia+7EW.com
π¬ Plot Summary
In Hurry Up Tomorrow, Tesfaye portrays a fictionalized version of himself—an insomniac musician on the brink of a mental breakdown. His life takes a surreal turn when he encounters Anima (played by Jenna Ortega), a mysterious fan who leads him on an existential journey. The narrative explores the unraveling of his identity and the challenges of fame. EW.com+3Wikipedia+3W Magazine+3W Magazine
π Cast
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Abel Tesfaye as Abel
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Jenna Ortega as Anima
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Barry Keoghan as Lee (Abel's manager)
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Directed by: Trey Edward Shults
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Co-writers: Trey Edward Shults, Abel Tesfaye, Reza Fahim
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Producers: Abel Tesfaye, Reza Fahim, Kevin Turen, Harrison Kreiss
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Executive Producers: Jenna Ortega, Trey Edward Shults
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Cinematography: Chayse Irvin
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Editing: Trey Edward Shults
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Music: Abel Tesfaye, Daniel Lopatin
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Distributor: Lionsgate Films
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Runtime: 105 minutes
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Budget: $15 million
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Worldwide Gross: $4.4 million
πΆ Album Companion
The film is a companion piece to Tesfaye's album Hurry Up Tomorrow, released on January 31, 2025. The album features collaborations with artists like Lana Del Rey, Travis Scott, and Florence and the Machine. It serves as the concluding part of a trilogy that began with After Hours (2020) and Dawn FM (2022). What to Watch+9Wikipedia+9Wikipedia+9What to Watch+2Pitchfork+2Wikipedia+2
π Availability
Hurry Up Tomorrow premiered in U.S. theaters on May 16, 2025. For showtimes and tickets, visit the official website.Hurry Up Tomorrow+2Hurry Up Tomorrow+2Hurry Up Tomorrow+2
π£️ Critical Reception
The film has received mixed reviews. While some appreciate its introspective themes and visual style, others criticize it as a self-indulgent vanity project. The narrative's surreal elements and Tesfaye's performance have been points of contention among critics. The Daily BeastWikipedia+2EW.com+2The Daily Beast+2


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