Five Feet Apart

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Five Feet Apart

PG-13

2019

1h 56m

Romance

Drama

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Seventeen-year-old Stella spends most of her time in the hospital as a cystic fibrosis patient. Her life is full of routines, boundaries and self-control -- all of which get put to the test when she meets Will, an impossibly charming teen who has the same illness. There's an instant flirtation, though restrictions dictate that they must maintain a safe distance between them. As their connection intensifies, so does the temptation to throw the rules out the window and embrace that attraction.

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Elevated considerably by Haley Lu Richardson's performance but bogged down by clichés, Five Feet Apart doesn't tug at the heartstrings quite as deftly as it should.

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Clarisse Loughrey

Independent (UK)

Dec 10, 2020

3/5

There's a sincerity here that undoes many of its excesses, thanks largely to the grounded chemistry of its leads.

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Christy Lemire

FilmWeek (LAist)

Sep 23, 2019

There's a million books like this and a million movies like this, where people are beautiful -- but they're sick!

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Stephen Romei

The Australian

Apr 5, 2019

4/5

The plot is believable - right up to the heart-in-the-mouth turns near the end - and the dialogue sounds real. That is a good start in any movie, but in this case it powers on from there because of the A-grade performances of the two young leads.

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Calum Cooper

Source (Scotland)

Jul 14, 2024

2/5

There’s some quality production design, and the occasional amiable scene. But as a whole, the movie is dull and saccharine, despite the efforts of its magnetic lead actors.

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Keith Garlington

Keith & the Movies

Aug 20, 2022

3/5

But that ending. It doesn’t quite kill the good that comes before it, but it comes mighty close.

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M.N. Miller

Ready Steady Cut

Aug 18, 2022

2.5/5

Five Feet Apart suffers from the same clichés as most of the decade’s YA romantic dramas while having to stomach the manipulation of trivializing an illness that can be terminal.

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nabil A

@RT83098021 Jul 16, 2026

Mei kata best. Nabil pun sama.

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MARISOL B

@RT34983943 Apr 21, 2026

Five Feet Apart, directed by Justin Baldoni, is a romantic drama starring Haley Lu Richardson and Cole Sprouse about two teenagers who fall in love but must keep their distance. The story takes place in a hospital, where Stella and Will meet during treatment. They must stay six feet apart, but they still form a strong connection. The film focuses on their struggles and growing relationship. The film is successful because it tells a simple and emotional story. One strength is the excellent acting and strong chemistry between the main characters. The director does a great job of keeping the story clear and engaging. However, some parts feel repetitive. In conclusion, Five Feet Apart is a touching romantic drama. I recommend it to people who enjoy emotional love stories. It is especially good for teenagers and young adults, and it leaves a meaningful message about love, limits, and appreciating every moment with others.

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Allisandra G.

@RT46255434 Mar 14, 2026

While the story delivers some powerful, emotional moments and ends in a surprising way for a romantic drama, the performances from the actors felt dull and lacked the energy needed to fully carry the film.

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I.M. A

@I.M.Agine Feb 21, 2026

Heart wrenching. Cuts to the point. Brings up how life as a permanent resident feels.

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Maxsuel S

@Maxine191 Dec 29, 2025

Filme que merecia mais reconhecimento,tão bom mais pouco comentado entre os filmes de romance,algo puro e emocionante sinto que esse filme tem um potencial gigantesco,e eu facilmente recomendaria ele para alguém para fazer essa pessoa ficar tão emocionada quanto eu ksks,perfeito.

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Nancy B

@Nanceee Dec 7, 2025

LOVED THIS MOVIE. VERY TOUCHING .

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Synopsis

Seventeen-year-old Stella spends most of her time in the hospital as a cystic fibrosis patient. Her life is full of routines, boundaries and self-control -- all of which get put to the test when she meets Will, an impossibly charming teen who has the same illness. There's an instant flirtation, though restrictions dictate that they must maintain a safe distance between them. As their connection intensifies, so does the temptation to throw the rules out the window and embrace that attraction.

Director: Justin Baldoni
Producer: Cathy Schulman, Justin Baldoni
Screenwriter: Mikki Daughtry, Tobias Iaconis
Distributor: CBS Films, Lionsgate Films
Production Co: CBS Films, Wayfarer Studios, Welle Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Suggestive Material|Language|Thematic Elements)
Genre: Romance, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 15, 2019, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 24, 2019
Box Office (Gross USA): $45.7M
Runtime: 1h 56m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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