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Olivia Wilde’s A24 Sex Dramedy ‘The Invite’ Sets HBO Max Premiere Date
A24’s relationship dramedy The Invite, directed by Olivia Wilde, will stream exclusively on HBO Max from 23 October, followed by its HBO television premiere on 24 October at 8pm ET. The release marks the film’s next stage after a successful theatrical run, highlighting its strong performance for an independent production.
The film stars Seth Rogen and Wilde as a married couple whose dinner with their mysterious upstairs neighbours, played by Edward Norton and Penélope Cruz, takes an unexpected turn. It is an English-language remake of the Spanish film The People Upstairs, adapted by Will McCormack and Rashida Jones, and has earned more than $55 million worldwide after premiering to positive reviews at Sundance.
In short
- The Invite arrives on HBO Max on 23 October.
- Its HBO television premiere follows on 24 October.
- The film has grossed over $55 million worldwide.
Explained simply
The Invite is a relationship comedy-drama about a married couple whose dinner with their upstairs neighbours takes an unexpected turn. Seth Rogen and Olivia Wilde play the couple, while Edward Norton and Penélope Cruz play the neighbours; Wilde also directed the film.
The film is an English-language remake of the Spanish film The People Upstairs, adapted by Will McCormack and Rashida Jones. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, a major event for independent films, and its theatrical run brought in more than $55 million worldwide. Independent films are made outside the largest studio system, so strong ticket sales can help them reach a wider audience.