AtanariaEver wondered what would happen if your dating life turned into a murder mystery? Well, F MARRY KILL takes that idea and runs with it—heels clicking, cocktails in hand, and maybe a knife-wielding psycho lurking in the background.
Lucy Hale leads the charge as Eva, a freshly single 30-year-old who’s determined to make up for lost time after ditching her dud of an ex. Encouraged (and maybe a little too pushed) by her ride-or-die friends, Eva jumps headfirst into the world of dating apps, which means swiping right on a whole lot of options. Enter Mitch, Kyle, and Norman—three walking, talking, handsome question marks. One could be her future husband, one could be her next mistake, and, oh yeah, one could also be the Swipe Right Killer. Yikes.
What makes F MARRY KILL stand out is its delightful refusal to take itself too seriously. Sure, there’s a serial murderer on the loose, but the real tension comes from Eva’s romantic entanglements. Will she go for the smoldering bar owner? The charming high school acquaintance? The mysterious security guy? And, more importantly, should she be screening these guys for alibis before agreeing to dinner?
Lucy Hale is effortlessly charming as Eva, perfectly balancing wit, warmth, and just enough bad decision-making to keep things interesting. Her chemistry with the ensemble cast—especially besties played by Virginia Gardner and Bethany Brown—keeps the laughs coming, even when the humor leans more smirk-worthy than side-splitting. And while the “thriller” part of this rom-com-thriller hybrid never gets too intense (think cozy mystery with a sharper edge), there’s just enough suspense to keep you guessing.
If there’s a downside, it’s that the movie occasionally feels like it’s playing things a little too safe. The jokes are fun but not gut-busting, and while the film flirts with danger, it never fully commits to the chills. Still, director Laura Murphy keeps the energy up, and the script delivers a few fun twists that make for a satisfying ride.
At its heart, F MARRY KILL is less about the whodunit and more about the who-will-she-choose, and honestly? That works. It’s a flirty, fast-paced, slightly murderous good time—perfect for a girls’ night in or a date night (as long as your date isn’t taking notes on the killer).
Would we swipe right on F MARRY KILL? Absolutely. Just maybe keep one eye open while watching.
