In a cinematic landscape bursting with comedic gems, a new action-comedy flick is struggling to find its footing. Bride Hard, featuring the reunion of Rebel Wilson and Anna Campâ€â€both stars of the beloved Pitch Perfect franchiseâ€â€has swept into theaters with less than enthusiastic responses from critics. The anticipation was palpable, yet the reality seems to diverge drastically from expectations.
Originally released between 2012 and 2019, the Pitch Perfect trilogy captured hearts with its catchy tunes and heartwarming moments, showcasing an ensemble cast that included rising stars such as Anna Kendrick and Hailee Steinfeld. Spinning off into an equally beloved series like Bumper in Berlin further solidified the franchise’s cultural relevance. It’s this nostalgia that many hoped would drive audiences to theaters once again for Bride Hard.
Bride Hard Debuted On Rotten Tomatoes With A Low Score
The Movie Stars Rebel Wilson & Anna Camp
Yet, Bride Hard is facing an uphill battle against reviewers. This comedic tribute to Die Hard features the talented Rebel Wilson as Sam, a secret agent turned bridesmaid, who is inexplicably thrust into action when mercenaries crash her best friend’s wedding, played by Anna Camp. Joining them is an intriguing ensemble that includes Anna Chlumsky, Stephen Dorff, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph, but even this lineup hasn’t shielded the film from criticism.
With a Rotten Tomatoes score of merely 25% as of now, the film’s reception speaks volumes. Critics have described their experience as underwhelming, with harsh ratings such as 1 out of 10 and even a dismal 0 out of 4. Ben Sherlock from ScreenRant bluntly encapsulated the film’s shortcomings, noting that, “the joke writing is atrocious,†and casting significant doubt on whether it could climb from its current low.
The joke writing is atrocious  after a climactic explosion, the bride makes [the pun], “At least my wedding is lit!† and the tearful final reunion isn’t earned at all. Even the outtakes that play alongside the end credits aren’t funny. We’re only halfway through the year, but I wouldn’t be surprised if Bride Hard ends up being the worst movie of 2025.
What This Means For Bride Hard
Its Box Office Prospects Are Dwindling
Such a grim score is likely to dampen Bride Hard‘s box office prospects, which were already lukewarm at best. Racing against much-anticipated releases such as 28 Years Later and Pixar’s newest offering, Elio, the film finds itself fighting a losing battle for audience attention. Despite this, both Wilson and Camp have upcoming projects that might soften any potential blow to their careers. Wilson is set to star alongside Kiefer Sutherland in the Christmas comedy Tinsel Town, while Camp joins the ensemble in Scream 7.
In an industry driven by critical acclaim and audience reception, Bride Hard serves as a reminder that not every reunion translates into box office magic. As critics continue to debate its merits, it will remain to be seen whether the film can find any redemption in the eyes of moviegoers or dwindle into obscurity along with its dismal reviews.