Jennifer Lawrence fans, get ready for a laugh riot as her 2023 edgy comedy is all set to make its streaming debut on HBO Max. The film, No Hard Feelings, follows an unusual storyline where a young woman, facing financial ruin, takes on a bizarre job to seduce a 19-year-old boy. The catch? It’s all orchestrated by his parents!
Mark April 21, 2026, on your calendars as the day No Hard Feelings streams on HBO Max. Lawrence shines as Maddie Barker, a 32-year-old attempting to revamp her life through a Craigslist job offered by wealthy parents. Their aim? To boost their introverted son Percy's confidence before college. As Maddie’s hilariously awkward seduction attempts unfold, an unexpected bond forms between the two.
“I knew it would be a perfect fit for Jennifer as soon as I read the listing,” director Gene Stupnitsky shared in a chat about the film's inception.
The movie brings together an impressive cast with Andrew Barth Feldman playing the bashful Percy, alongside Matthew Broderick, Laura Benanti, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Hasan Minhaj in key roles. Directed by Gene Stupnitsky, who co-wrote the script with John Phillips, the film draws inspiration from an actual Craigslist post—adding a layer of realism to its comedic core.
Interestingly, the concept for No Hard Feelings sparked over a dinner conversation between Stupnitsky and Lawrence. Despite their long-time friendship, this marked their first collaboration. When the script was ready, Lawrence jumped on board not only as the lead but also as a co-producer through her company, Excellent Cadaver.
Upon its initial release on June 23, 2023, by Sony Pictures Releasing, the film won over both critics and audiences. Scoring 71% from critics and 86% from moviegoers on Rotten Tomatoes, it grossed about $87.2 million worldwide. Not too shabby for a movie born from an amusing Craigslist post!