A Simple Favor (film)

A Simple Favor is a 2018 American black comedy thriller film directed by Paul Feig, based on the 2017 novel of the same name by Darcey Bell. The film stars Anna Kendrick, Blake Lively, Henry Golding, Andrew Rannells, Linda Cardellini, Rupert Friend, and Bashir Salahuddin.

The plot follows Stephanie Smothers (Kendrick), a widowed mommy blogger who befriends the glamorous and enigmatic Emily Nelson (Lively). When Emily suddenly disappears, Stephanie launches her own investigation, uncovering dark secrets and unexpected twists about her friend's past.

The film explores themes of motherhood, secrets, deception, female friendship, and social class, blending humor and suspense to create a unique and engaging cinematic experience. A Simple Favor received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances of Kendrick and Lively, as well as Feig's direction and the film's overall tone. It was also a commercial success, grossing over $97 million worldwide against a budget of $20 million.