Moving On (2023)
75%RT Audience Score: 70%
Awards & Nominations: NA
Moving On, the latest film starring the dynamic duo of Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin, may not be a cinematic masterpiece, but it certainly delivers on laughs and heart. The film explores the challenges of aging with humor and grace, and Fonda and Tomlin’s chemistry is as strong as ever. While the pacing may stumble at times, the film’s winning cast and poignant themes make it a worthwhile watch. Moving On proves that even as we age, there’s always room for growth, adventure, and a good laugh.
Moving On may not be the next Oscar winner, but it’s definitely worth a watch for the dynamic duo of Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. The film has its ups and downs, but the chemistry between the two leads is undeniable. It’s like watching your favorite aunt and grandma bicker and banter, but with a little more cursing. Plus, who doesn’t love a good revenge comedy? Moving On may not be groundbreaking, but it’s a fun and entertaining ride.
Production Company(ies)
Depth Of Field Productions, DUST, Lionsgate, Verse
Distributor
Roadside Attractions
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
SHOOT LOCATION(S):
Los Angeles, California, United States; Los Angeles Thirty Mile Zone, California, United States
MPAA / Certificate
Year of Release
2023
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:1h 25m
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Language(s):
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:NA
Genre(s)
Comedy/Drama
Keyword(s)
starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Malcolm McDowell, Richard Roundtree, Sarah Burns, Catherine Dent, directed by Paul Weitz, written by Paul Weitz, comedy, drama, box office performance, budget, reviewed by Claudia Puig, Rex Reed, Thelma Adams, Chris Hewitt, Odie Henderson, Marya E. Gates, John Serba, T.J. Callahan, Alton Williams, Frank Swietek, Carla Renata, produced by Andrew Miano, Paul Weitz, Stephanie Meurer, Chris Parker, Dylan Sellers, MPAA rating R, Roadside Attractions, Limelight, Boies Schiller Entertainment, Depth of Field, Buffalo 8 Productions.
Worldwide gross: $2,134,612
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): NA
US/Canada gross: $2,134,612
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend:
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): $7,500,000
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): $7,500,000
Production budget ranking: 1,767
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): $4,038,750
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Lily Tomlin – Evelyn
Malcolm McDowell – Howard
Richard Roundtree – Ralph
Sarah Burns – Allie
Catherine Dent – Molly
Director – Paul Weitz
Producers – Andrew Miano, Paul Weitz, Stephanie Meurer, Chris Parker, Dylan Sellers
Writer – Paul Weitz
Production Company – Limelight, Boies Schiller Entertainment, Depth of Field, Buffalo 8 Productions
Director(s)
NA
Writer(s)
NA
Producer(s)
NA
Film Festivals
Toronto
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (76) | Top Critics (23) | Fresh (56) | Rotten (20)
There’s tonal problems, but overall I enjoyed it.
March 21, 2023
Claudia Puig
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
TOP CRITIC
Moving On is a pleasurable enough way to kill an hour and a half without regret.
March 21, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Rex Reed
Observer
TOP CRITIC
Tomlin brings out Fonda’s best, rounding out those brittle edges, as their characters continue to have wild adventures and evolve — letting go and moving on — long past their eligibility for Social Security.
March 17, 2023 | Rating: 3/5
Thelma Adams
AARP Movies for Grownups
TOP CRITIC
Fonda and Tomlin have become one of our great comic teams, and even if “Moving On” isn’t a classic, who knows how many more opportunities we’ll have to see them pushing each other’s buttons like the old pros they are?
March 17, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Chris Hewitt
Minneapolis Star Tribune
TOP CRITIC
Sharp wit and a tart delivery are well-honed tools in [Tomlin’s] arsenal. Costar Jane Fonda makes a great sparring partner, the Jack Lemmon to Tomlin’s Walter Matthau.
March 17, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Odie Henderson
Boston Globe
TOP CRITIC
Fonda and Tomlin are as good as they have ever been and “Moving On” proves itself a powerful rumination on the strength it takes to age—mentally, physically, and economically.
March 17, 2023 | Rating: 3/4
Marya E. Gates
RogerEbert.com
TOP CRITIC
Just when we thought we were in, it pushes us back out.
May 4, 2023
John Serba
Decider
Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin are obviously NOT Moving On. They’re back on the big screen again, co-starring in a rated R for revenge comedy that’s more Grace and Frankie than 80 for Brady.
April 10, 2023
T.J. Callahan
AWFJ.org
While the film stumbles from time to time with its pacing and design, Moving On stays with you—thanks to its winning all-star cast.
April 7, 2023
Alton Williams
Battle Royale With Cheese
A ragged, tonally awkward dramedy redeemed to a considerable extent by the stars’ rapport…more a cinematic morsel than a full meal, but thanks to Tomlin and Fonda the sweet-and-sour mix goes down pretty easily.
April 5, 2023 | Rating: B-
Frank Swietek
One Guy’s Opinion
Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin are worth the watch, but this film doesn’t do their talent justice.
April 3, 2023
Carla Renata
The Curvy Film Critic
Even as the promising puzzle pieces don’t quite gel together, the experience still provides a refreshingly morbid comedy bolstered by the radiant talents of its remarkable stars.
March 31, 2023
Matt Conway
Battle Royale With Cheese…
Plot
Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin star as estranged friends seeking revenge on the widower of their recently deceased best friend, while also making peace with their past and each other in Moving On.
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
Rotten Tomatoes praises the “winning all-star cast” of Moving On, which includes Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Malcolm McDowell, Richard Roundtree, Sarah Burns, and Catherine Dent.
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