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The Last 5 Years Film Plans American Release This Valentine's Day

Anna Kendrick and Jeremy Jordan star in the film based on Jason Robert Brown’s stage musical, which is premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival.

The first released photo from The Last 5 Years.
The first released photo from The Last 5 Years.

The long-awaited film adaptation of Tony winner Jason Robert Brown's musical The Last 5 Years has announced an American release date of February 14, according to reports. The film has been purchased by distribution company RADiUS-TWC, the boutique label from The Weinstein Company.

Richard LaGravenese has adapted and directed Brown's cult-favorite two-person show. The musical's unique plot structure has Cathy moving backward in time and her husband/boyfriend Jamie moving forward in time (meeting in the middle during their wedding), thus giving their two different perspectives on the beginning and end of their relationship. Anna Kendrick stars as Cathy alongside Broadway favorite Jeremy Jordan as Jamie.

The Last 5 Years is currently premiering as part of the Toronto International Film Festival.

Looks like we know how we're spending next Valentine's Day.