Bridesmaids On Film 4: When Can We Watch?

Bridesmaids is an American comedy film that was released in 2011. It was directed by Paul Feig and written by Annie Mumolo and Kristen Wiig, who also stars in the film alongside Maya Rudolph, Rose Byrne, and Melissa McCarthy. The plot centres on Annie, who suffers a series of misfortunes after being asked to serve as the maid of honour for her best friend, Lillian. Although it is unclear when the film will be on Film 4, it is currently available to watch on Netflix, Hulu, and Apple TV.

Bridesmaids' plot

Bridesmaids is an American romantic comedy film released in 2011. The plot centres on Annie, a single woman in her mid-to-late 30s, whose life is falling apart. After her bakery goes out of business, she loses her savings and her boyfriend, and has to take a job in a jewellery store. She shares an apartment with obnoxious British immigrant siblings Gil and Brynn and has an unfulfilling casual sexual relationship with a wealthy and self-absorbed man named Ted. The only positive presence in her life is her lifelong best friend, Lillian, who gets engaged and asks Annie to be her maid of honour.

At the engagement party, Annie meets the other bridesmaids: Lillian's cynical cousin Rita, her naive newlywed coworker Becca, Doug's foul-mouthed but friendly sister Megan, and Helen, the wealthy, snobby wife of Doug's boss. Annie and Helen are instantly jealous of each other's friendship with Lillian and become increasingly competitive, trying to outdo each other with their ideas for the bridal shower and wedding. Annie's suggestions are repeatedly dismissed in favour of Helen's, and she becomes increasingly out of control.

Annie also meets Nathan Rhodes, a friendly traffic cop who encourages her to open a new bakery. After a romantic night together, she panics and abruptly leaves when Nathan surprises her with baking supplies. Annie is fired from her job after a profanity-laden argument with a teenage customer, and is then evicted by her roommates, forcing her to move in with her mother.

She travels to Chicago for the bridal shower at Helen's house, which has been transformed into a Parisian-themed event. Helen upstages Annie's heartfelt, handmade gift by giving Lillian a trip to Paris, and Annie flies into a rage, berating Helen and Lillian and destroying the decor. She is kicked out of the shower and disinvited from the wedding.

On her way home, Annie is involved in a car accident, and Nathan is the attending officer. He admonishes her for not taking responsibility for herself, but when Ted arrives to give her a ride and asks her to perform oral sex on him, she breaks off the relationship and walks home.

After a pep talk from Megan, Annie tries to make amends with Nathan, but he ignores her. On the day of the wedding, Helen appears at Annie's apartment, begging for help finding Lillian, who has gone missing. Helen apologises to Annie, tearfully revealing that she doesn't have any true friends. With some begrudging help from Nathan, they find Lillian hiding out in her own apartment, overwhelmed by Helen's extravagant wedding planning and afraid of leaving her life in Milwaukee. Annie reconciles with Lillian and resumes her role as maid of honour. After the wedding, Annie and Helen share a hug, and Nathan arrives to pick Annie up.

Release date

Bridesmaids was released in theatres in the United States and Canada on May 13, 2011. It was a box office success, grossing $26 million in its opening weekend and eventually taking in over $288 million worldwide. The film was released on DVD and Blu-ray on September 20, 2011.

The film's release date of May 13, 2011, in the United States fell on a Friday. The film was highly anticipated, with many expecting it to be a breakthrough for female-led comedies and a testament to women being equally funny as men.

The film exceeded expectations, receiving positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was praised for its smart combination of performances and gags, offering a refreshing take on the traditional buddy comedy. The film's exploration of women's friendships and the intricacies of bridal parties also resonated with viewers, who found it relatable and entertaining.

Bridesmaids' release was significant as it challenged the notion that female-led comedies could not be successful. It proved that audiences were eager for stories centred on female experiences and that women could deliver hilarious performances that rivalled their male counterparts. The film's success paved the way for more female-driven comedies and encouraged discussions about increasing opportunities for women in comedy.

Cast

The cast of Bridesmaids (2011) includes:

• Kristen Wiig as Annie Walker, a single woman in her late 30s who experiences a series of misfortunes after being asked to serve as maid of honour for her best friend.
• Maya Rudolph as Lillian Donovan, Annie's best friend and bride-to-be.
• Rose Byrne as Helen Harris III, the wealthy, snobby wife of Lillian's fiancé's boss.
• Melissa McCarthy as Megan Price, Lillian's raunchy future sister-in-law.
• Wendi McLendon-Covey as Rita, Lillian's cynical cousin.
• Ellie Kemper as Becca, Lillian's idealistic newlywed coworker.
• Chris O'Dowd as Officer Nathan Rhodes, an Irish-American Wisconsin State Patrol Trooper who develops a romantic relationship with Annie.
• Jill Clayburgh as Judy Walker, Annie's mother.
• Rebel Wilson as Brynn, Annie's odd British roommate.
• Michael Hitchcock as Don.
• Tim Heidecker as Douglas "Doug/Dougie" Price, Lillian's fiancé.
• Ben Falcone as Air Marshall Jon.
• Dana Powell as Flight Attendant Claire.
• Mitch Silpa as Flight Attendant Steve.
• Terry Crews as Rodney.
• Jillian Bell as Girl at Shower.
• Franklyn Ajaye as Lillian's father.
• Matt Bennett as Helen's Stepson.

The film also features brief appearances by several actors from the television series The Office, including Jessica St. Clair, Nancy Carell, Hugh Dane, and Andy Buckley.

Awards and nominations

The 2011 comedy Bridesmaids was nominated for several awards, including two Oscars. Here is a list of its awards and nominations:

Academy Awards, USA:

• Best Supporting Actress (Melissa McCarthy)
• Best Original Screenplay (Annie Mumolo, Kristen Wiig)

Golden Globe Awards, USA:

• Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
• Best Leading Actress - Comedy or Musical (Kristen Wiig)

British Academy of Film and TV Awards:

• Best Supporting Actress (Melissa McCarthy)
• Best Original Screenplay (Annie Mumolo, Kristen Wiig)

Writers Guild Awards:

Best Original Screenplay (Annie Mumolo, Kristen Wiig)

Screen Actors Guild Awards:

• Best Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
• Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role (Melissa McCarthy)

Producers Guild Awards:

Best Film (Outstanding Production)

Critics Choice Awards:

Best Supporting Actress (Melissa McCarthy)

Chicago Film Critics Awards:

Best Supporting Actress (Melissa McCarthy)

Boston Society of Film Critics Awards:

Winner, Best Supporting Actress (Melissa McCarthy)

American Film Institute:

Top 10 Films of the Year

NAACP Image Awards:

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture (Maya Rudolph)

Where to watch

The 2011 comedy Bridesmaids is available to watch on a number of streaming platforms. You can watch Bridesmaids with a subscription on Netflix, or rent it on Fandango at Home, Prime Video, Apple TV, or buy it on Fandango at Home, Prime Video, or Apple TV.

The film is also available on the following TV channels: USA, Oxygen, E!, Telemundo, Syfy, Bravo, Hulu, NBC, and Sling TV.

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