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Hurry Up Tomorrow is a 2025 American psychological thriller directed by Trey Edward Shults and co-written with Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye and Reza Fahim. The film stars Tesfaye, Jenna Ortega, and Barry Keoghan. It was released in the United States on May 16, 2025, by Lionsgate Films.

🎬 Synopsis

In Hurry Up Tomorrow, Abel (portrayed by Tesfaye) is a tormented musician grappling with insomnia and depression following a public breakdown. His life takes a surreal turn when he encounters Anima (Ortega), a mysterious and volatile fan who leads him on an existential journey, unraveling the very core of his existence. The film delves into themes of fame, identity, and self-destruction.

🎥 Production Details

• Director: Trey Edward Shults
• Writers: Trey Edward Shults, Abel Tesfaye, Reza Fahim
• Producers: Abel Tesfaye, Reza Fahim, Kevin Turen, Harrison Kreiss
• Cinematography: Chayse Irvin
• Editing: Trey Edward Shults
• Music: Abel Tesfaye, Daniel Lopatin
• Studios: Manic Phase, Live Nation Productions
• Distributor: Lionsgate Films
• Runtime: 105 minutes
• Country: United States
• Language: English
• Budget: $15 million
• Box Office Gross: $5.8 million worldwide

🎭 Cast

• Abel Tesfaye as Abel
• Jenna Ortega as Anima
• Barry Keoghan as [Role unspecified]

🎼 Music

The film’s score was composed by Abel Tesfaye and Daniel Lopatin. It serves as a companion piece to Tesfaye’s 2025 album of the same name, blending cinematic and musical elements to enhance the film’s themes.

🎬 Filming and Release

Principal photography began in February 2023 and concluded by July 2023. The film was shot on 35 mm, 16 mm, and Super 8 film formats. It premiered in the United States on May 16, 2025.

📈 Reception

Hurry Up Tomorrow received predominantly negative reviews, with critics citing it as a self-indulgent vanity project. It holds a 13% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a C- CinemaScore. The film grossed $5.8 million worldwide against its $15 million budget.