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Materialists Arrives on Prime Video Rental with Critique of Transactional Love

Now available for rental on Amazon Prime Video, the Celine Song drama reignites debate over checklist-driven relationships.

Overview

  • Amazon Prime Video offers Materialists exclusively as a premium rental rather than including it in its subscription tier
  • Dakota Johnson stars as Lucy, a New York matchmaker torn between her financially insecure ex and a wealthy investor played by Pedro Pascal
  • Director Celine Song drew on her own matchmaking career in New York City to ground the screenplay in authentic observations
  • Produced on a $20 million budget by A24 and partners, Materialists has grossed approximately $62 million globally
  • Critics have praised the film’s mature take on romantic comedy, highlighting its nuanced critique of checklist-driven relationships and strong lead performances