Next Stop Wonderland

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Next Stop Wonderland

R

1998

1h 51m

Drama

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41 Reviews

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2,500+ Ratings

Boston residents nurse Erin Castleton (Hope Davis) and marine biology student Alan Monteiro (Alan Gelfant) don't know each other, but they share a frustration: their romantic lives. Having split with boyfriend Sean, Erin is unwillingly back on the market thanks to her mother, who places a singles ad in Erin's name. Scrambling for cash to repay a debt, Alan has little time for love. They almost meet on a train and at an aquarium. When they finally do meet, will they hit it off?

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Critics Consensus

Endearing performances create characters you care about.

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Gavin Smith

Film Comment Magazine

Apr 11, 2018

A beguilingly honest look at romantic longing.

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Ruthe Stein

San Francisco Chronicle

Jan 1, 2000

3/4

A sweetly seductive romantic comedy!

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Robert Philpot

Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com

Jan 1, 2000

For everything that works, there's something to get on your nerves.

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Craig D. Lindsey

Crooked Marquee

Feb 23, 2023

It’s easy to see why Weinstein wanted this Wonderland. It’s a kooky, audience-friendly tale of star-crossed romance...

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Jonah Koslofsky

The Spool

Feb 24, 2021

Together, they make a film that doesn't really add up to its influences.

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

Jan 13, 2011

B+

Brad Anderson's stylish and original romantic comedy features a wonderful performance from Hope Davis.

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Robert P

@Superbad Sep 23, 2026

Next Stop Wonderland = a 3.5 star Movie!

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Stephen C

@bob25009 May 20, 2025

1 hour and 51 minutes of romance and drama!!!!!!!!!!

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Steve D

@RT35616104 Feb 12, 2023

I didn't care about anyone involved.

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robert m

@RT01909882 Aug 31, 2022

Some of the American cities are great "story towns." Boston has been on the list for over 150 years. "Next Stop Wonderland" is a movie about modern Boston and it's a nice introduction to the city's middle-income and student cultures. If you're thinking about graduate studies, or, maybe, a career in the Boston area, take a look.

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Jared D

@RT74006010 May 3, 2019

In the world of romantic comedies, I see this as right up there with When Harry Met Sally. The story is witty, charming and modern, and the acting is first rate, I am amazed that this film didn't launch Hope Davis into another strata of stardom!

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Apr 17, 2016

As joyless and uninteresting as the central character. A romantic comedy without the comedy.

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Synopsis

Boston residents nurse Erin Castleton (Hope Davis) and marine biology student Alan Monteiro (Alan Gelfant) don't know each other, but they share a frustration: their romantic lives. Having split with boyfriend Sean, Erin is unwillingly back on the market thanks to her mother, who places a singles ad in Erin's name. Scrambling for cash to repay a debt, Alan has little time for love. They almost meet on a train and at an aquarium. When they finally do meet, will they hit it off?

Director: Brad Anderson
Producer: Mitchell Robbins
Screenwriter: Brad Anderson, Lyn Vaus
Distributor: Miramax Films
Production Co: Miramax
Rating: R
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 17, 1998, Original
Release Date (Streaming): May 23, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $3.4M
Runtime: 1h 51m
Sound Mix: Dolby
Aspect Ratio: 35mm, 16mm, Flat (1.85:1)

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