Wicked Little Letters
Directed by Thea Sharrock
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- Desmond DaleJanuary 24, 2025First and foremost I must applaud the uproariously funny banter in the film. It has a flow that conjures fond memories of The Dick Van Dyke Show and The Odd Couple but with a bit more raunch and filth. I found the narrative direction to be quite fresh especially given the pedantic potential of the subject matter. It has its share of lull but as soon as the two leads are on the screen everything goes nuclear. They're hot electric on screen together. They're playing toxic jazz and the sound is stellar. The film flirts with a downtempo denoument but crescendos one last time at the end almost as a naughty subtle fuck you to the naysayers.
- MetroidTalonSeptember 14, 2025Sharp-tongued and surprisingly bold, Wicked Little Letters turns petty scandal into a delightfully biting comedy. The cast is on point, with Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley trading barbs with perfect timing, and the pacing keeps the chaos fun without going off the rails. Beneath the humor is a solid thread of social commentary, but it never gets in the way of the laughs. Stylish direction and a strong ensemble give the whole thing an edge that lingers. A wickedly funny period piece that knows exactly how to stir the pot.
- Kevin WardJuly 2, 2025Olivia Colman plus Jessie Buckley w/ her Irish accent. Pretty much all I needed. 🤩🤩 Social media imposters, sh🤩-posters, and trolls have really been around forever. Loved this, mostly for the cast. It’s a fun little film about some vulgar, harassing letters that become publicized igniting a small scandal in the small town of Littlehampton. The letter generally seem to be targeted at Olivia Colman’s, Edith Swan, though they begin to expand to other members of the community. The obvious suspect is the potty mouthed, Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley), who moved in next door after emigrating from Ireland after her husband died. The twists and turns in the mystery likely won’t fool anyone, but the characters are such a joy to hang out with that it’s a engaging simply watching the story unfold. Obviously, I love Colman and Buckley, but I really enjoyed Anjana Vasan as “Woman Police Officer” (official title) Gladys Moss. Her character highlights the underlying thematics surrounding women’s rights. The film also brushes on elements like the Christian patriarchy, women’s suffrage, and gender biases in the legal system without being heavy-handed. Highly recommend.
- Patrick WillisJune 28, 2025Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley deliver powerhouse performances, their chemistry and comedic timing elevating the material to new heights. The film's witty script, charming visuals, and irresistible period charm make it a pure joy to watch. "Wicked Little Letters" is a breath of fresh air, proving that sometimes the best medicine is a good old-fashioned laugh. Don't miss this gem of a film—it's the perfect antidote to the mundane!
Wicked Little Letters Trivia
Wicked Little Letters was released on February 23, 2024.
Wicked Little Letters was directed by Thea Sharrock.
Wicked Little Letters has a runtime of 1h 40m.
Wicked Little Letters was produced by Jo Wallett, Ed Sinclair, Olivia Colman, Peter Czernin, Graham Broadbent.
When people in Littlehampton--including conservative local, Edith--begin receiving letters full of hilarious profanities, the rowdy, Irish migrant, Rose, is charged with the crime. Suspecting that something is amiss, the town's women investigate.
The key characters in Wicked Little Letters are Edith Swan (Olivia Colman), Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley), Gladys Moss (Anjana Vasan).
Wicked Little Letters is rated R.
Wicked Little Letters is a Comedy, History, Mystery film.
Wicked Little Letters has an audience rating of 9.2 out of 10.
Wicked Little Letters had a budget of $12.6M.
Wicked Little Letters has made $27.2M at the box office.