When Blake Lively disappeared into a whirlwind of lies, cocktails and stunning fashion combinations in the first part of A Simple Favor, we were all left speechless. Now she's back - even more unpredictable, even more chic and, of course, even more deadly. The sequel "Another Simple Favor" takes us into a luxuriously chaotic world where every "friendly favor" is potentially deadly. Get ready for a new dose of elegance, murder and twists that will leave you breathless!
More glitter, more bodies – a classic!
First, let's refresh our memory: in the first part, Anna Kendrick played Stephanie, an overly helpful mom vlogger who accidentally became a detective when her new femme fatale BFF Emily (Blake Lively) disappears. What follows is a wild ride of lies, deceit, and the kind of outfits only superheroes in a world of luxury can wear.
Now we're in the sequel, and—surprise!—Emily still knows how to turn things around. This time, the action moves to Italy, on prestigious wedding, where the famous manipulator will say “yes” (or will she?). But since we’re talking about Emily, we know that no wedding goes without a shock. When secrets and bodies start falling faster than champagne bottles, the real game of survival begins.
Capri + chaos = perfect combination
If the first film brought New York chic, now we get a dose of Italian glamour. Capri, one of the most beautiful corners of the world, becomes the perfect setting for intrigue, betrayal and elegant chaos. You will be visually in love with the scenes in which luxurious villas and impeccably groomed guests mix with crime and sheer unpredictability.
Director Paul Feig once again combines his magic formula – tension, humor, and that dash of absurdity that makes us wonder: Am I watching a thriller or the best fashion show in the world?
Blake & Anna: The Dream Duo of Chaos
Kendrick and Lively once again prove their chemistry is unbeatable. Stephanie is still that naive yet surprisingly resourceful character, played by Kendrick with his signature charm. Meanwhile, Lively as Emily remains enigmatic, cool-headed and downright fascinating – like a Hitchcock character transported into the modern world of Instagram and cocktails.
Of course, it's not without new faces! Michele Morrone (yes, the one from 365 days), Elena Sofia Ricci and a few more surprises that will delight you.
Divine fashion and a devilishly good plot
What to expect? More wild twists, more unexpected revelations, and – of course – a wardrobe that will make any fashionista swoon. Each scene is a visual treat, where the clothes speak almost as much as the dialogue.
And the plot? Don't worry, Feig has made sure you never know who's on whose side. Each character has their own hidden agenda, and just when you think you've figured out what's going on, the film elegantly takes a turn and throws you a new puzzle.
Grab some popcorn and forget about logic.
Another Simple Favor is everything we want from femme fatale thriller – glamorous, witty, a little absurd and 100% fun. Don't expect a classic crime film, but something more like a cocktail between Hitchcock and Sex and the CityPerfect for an evening when you want to escape to a world where even murder is seen as high fashion.
Another Simple Favor had its world premiere on March 7, 2025 at the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas. The film will be available for streaming on the platform Prime Video from 1 May 2025 onwardsFor fans of the first film and new viewers alike, this will be a chance to immerse themselves in a world of mystery, fashion, and unpredictable twists.
