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- Daily Mirror
Netflix adds Big Bang Theory star's ‘life-affirming' romance movie
A Big Bang Theory star's inspiring comedy-drama is finally available to stream on Netflix in the UK
Netflix has just added a heartwarming comedy-drama that fans of The Big Bang Theory won't want to miss.
Comedy legend Jim Parsons has become one of the biggest stars in TV history after playing the iconic role of Sheldon Cooper for over a decade on CBS's geeky hit sitcom.
After wrapping up the series with its 12th season in 2019, Parsons has gone on to a number of other successful projects, including the 2020 film The Boys in the Band and Ryan Murphy's Netflix series, Hollywood.
In 2022, he starred in the acclaimed dramedy Spoiler Alert, which has just been added to Netflix for UK viewers to discover.
While the film didn't light up the box office, earning just $1.4 million (£1.03 million), critics and fans alike adored this small-scale romance, awarding it an impressive 87 percent on Rotten Tomatoes and an even better 97 percent from audiences.
With scores like this, you're practically guaranteed to fall in love with this bittersweet drama about a couple of 14 years, played by Parsons and Ben Aldridge, whose lives are turned upside down when one of them is diagnosed with cancer.
Based on the memoir by Michael Ausiello, fans agree this sweet yet tragic real-life drama is a must-watch.
The critical consensus on Rotten Tomatoes calls Spoiler Alert 'a heartwarming, funny and life-affirming story of how Michael and Kit's relationship is transformed and deepened when one of them falls ill.
'It can be frustratingly uneven, but strong performances from a talented cast help Spoiler Alert stay on the right side of saccharine.'
Fans on Google reviews were even more effusive in their praise, with one five-star write-up saying: 'From the outset, the film is unflinching in its portrayal of reality.
'We are made aware early on that Kit's life will be cut short, yet this knowledge doesn't diminish the emotional impact.
'Instead, it enriches our understanding of the depth of their bond. Director Michael Showalter masterfully guides us through their shared moments, blending humor and heartbreak in a way that feels both authentic and raw.'
Another fan gushed: 'This movie was amazing. It shows you how beautiful and sudden life can be.
'Shows us to always appreciate and love those around us, and also ourselves. I loved the story that was shown in this film and enjoyed the flashbacks the character had.'
Praise continued over on Letterboxd, where one film buff had to admit: 'Truly do not remember the last time I cried that hard during a movie.. and after.'
And someone else declared: 'I really can't give this anything less than 5 stars.
'The dynamic between Michael and Kit was so lovely. They were so easy to root for so by the time you reach the end you feel like your heart is being ripped from your chest.
'God this was truly equal parts beautiful and devastating.'
Will you be checking out this delightful yet devastating love story this week? Just make sure you've got tissues at the ready.
Spoiler Alert is available to stream on Netflix.
