IF is a 2024 American live-action animated fantasy comedy film produced by John Krasinski, who wrote, produced and directed it. The film stars Kylie Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, Krasinski, Fiona Shaw, Alan Kim, and Liza Colon-Zayas, with the voices of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., and Steve Carell. The story is about a young girl and her neighbor who discover they can see imaginary friends.
Production on the film began in 2019, with Krasinski set to write and direct and Reynolds joining as the lead actor. Other cast members were added between October 2021 and January 2022. Shooting took place from August 2022 to May 2023 in New York City. “IF” was released in US theaters on May 17, 2024 by Paramount Pictures. The film received mixed reviews from critics. But has grossed over $160 million worldwide.
The plot of “IF” explores how the ability to see imaginary friends changes the lives of the main characters. The film mixes live-action and animation to bring the imaginary friends to life, creating a fun and magical atmosphere. Krasinski’s work as a director, along with a talented cast, aims to appeal to both children and adults.
“IF” is notable not only for its unique story but also for its journey from idea to finished film. Krasinski was involved in every step from writing the script to directing the scenes. The cast was carefully selected, and filming took about a year to complete. The effort was to ensure that the live-action and animated parts worked well together, creating a movie that was both entertaining and heartwarming.
IF Brief Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | John Krasinski |
| Written by | John Krasinski |
| Produced by | John Krasinski |
| Allyson Seeger | |
| Andrew Form | |
| Ryan Reynolds | |
| Starring | Cailey Fleming |
| Ryan Reynolds | |
| John Krasinski | |
| Fiona Shaw | |
| Phoebe Waller-Bridge | |
| Louis Gossett Jr. | |
| Steve Carell | |
| Cinematography | Janusz Kamiński |
| Edited by | Christopher Rouse |
| Andy Canny | |
| Music by | Michael Giacchino |
| Production companies | Sunday Night Productions |
| Maximum Effort | |
| Distributed by | Paramount Pictures |
| Release date | May 17, 2024 (United States) |
| Running time | 104 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $110 million |
| Box office | $160.6 million |
IF Cast & Crew
| Actor/Actress | Role |
|---|---|
| Cailey Fleming | Bea, a young girl who can see IFs |
| Ryan Reynolds | Cal, Bea’s neighbor and imaginary friend |
| John Krasinski | Bea’s dad |
| Fiona Shaw | Margaret, Bea’s grandmother |
| Alan Kim | Benjamin, a boy recuperating in the hospital |
| Liza Colón-Zayas | Janet |
| Bobby Moynihan | Jeremy |
| Catharine Daddario | Bea’s mom |
IF Movie OTT Release Date
“IF” hits theaters in the US on May 17, 2024, courtesy of Paramount Pictures, after some twists in its release plans. Originally set for November 17, 2023, it was delayed to May 24, 2024 before being pushed forward a week. These changes fueled interest, adding to the buzz surrounding the movie’s eventual release.
IF Box Office Collection Worldwide
| Region | Gross (in millions) |
|---|---|
| United States & Canada | $93.4 |
| Other Territories | $67.2 |
| Worldwide Total | $160.6 |
Box Office Performance in U.S. & Canada:
| Week/Weekend | Gross (in millions) | Ranking |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Weekend | $33.7 | 1st |
| Second Weekend | $16.8 | 3rd |
Performance in Other Territories:
| Opening Weekend | Gross (in millions) |
|---|---|
| France | $3.3 |
Let your imagination run wild. Watch the FINAL trailer for #IFMovie – Only in theatres May 17. pic.twitter.com/alGPdPn4NQ
— IF Movie (@IFmovie) April 11, 2024
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