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The Age of Adaline

The Age of Adaline is a 2015 American romantic fantasy film directed by Lee Toland Krieger and written by J.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Age of Adaline is a 2015 American romantic fantasy drama film directed by Lee Toland Krieger and written by J. Mills Goodloe and Salvador Paskowitz. The film stars Blake Lively as Adaline Bowman, a woman who stops aging after a mysterious accident and spends decades hiding her condition.

Premise

The story follows Adaline Bowman, a woman who stops aging after a mysterious accident and remains physically 29 years old for decades. Her secret forces her to live a solitary life, but a chance romance complicates her guarded existence and forces her to confront intimacy again.

Production and release

The film was directed by Lee Toland Krieger and written by J. Mills Goodloe and Salvador Paskowitz. It was released in theatres on April 24, 2015, with a runtime of 112 minutes.

Cast

Blake Lively portrays Adaline Bowman. The cast includes Michiel Huisman as Ellis Jones, Harrison Ford, Kathy Baker, Amanda Crew, and Ellen Burstyn. Burstyn plays an older version of Adaline's daughter, adding a multigenerational dimension to the story.

Reception and box office

The film was a modest commercial success, grossing approximately $65.7 million worldwide on a $25 million budget. It received two Saturn Award nominations, including one for Best Fantasy Film. Coverage of the film often notes its blend of romance, fantasy, and themes of mortality.

Key facts

  • The film centres on Adaline Bowman, who remains 29 for nearly eight decades after a life-changing accident.
  • Adaline lives a solitary life to protect her secret from others.
  • A chance romance complicates her guarded existence and forces her to confront intimacy again.
  • The film was released theatrically on April 24, 2015.
  • It was a modest box-office success, grossing about $65.7 million worldwide on a $25 million budget.
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Canadian context

The film was widely distributed in English-speaking markets, including Canada, and is commonly discussed by Canadian entertainment outlets and audiences as part of mainstream Hollywood releases.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Age of Adaline about?
It is about a woman who stops aging after an accident and spends decades hiding her secret while navigating love and isolation.
Who directed The Age of Adaline?
Lee Toland Krieger directed the film.
Who stars in The Age of Adaline?
The film stars Blake Lively, Michiel Huisman, Harrison Ford, Kathy Baker, Amanda Crew, and Ellen Burstyn.
When was The Age of Adaline released?
It was released on April 24, 2015.
What genre is The Age of Adaline?
It is generally classified as a romantic fantasy drama.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Age_of_Adaline
    Supports: Basic film facts including year, director, writers, cast, plot, runtime, box office, and Saturn Award nominations.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_age_of_adaline
    Supports: Genre, synopsis, release date, and MPAA rating.
  3. RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-age-of-adaline-2015
    Supports: Plot overview and key cast details.
  4. Swooon — https://www.swooon.com/1189015/the-age-of-adaline-movie-facts-secrets-blake-lively/
    Supports: Release date and plot premise.