This year, coworkers Ally McCabe (Olivia Holt) and Jay Simmons (Mason Gooding) find themselves targeted after being mistaken for a couple. As they navigate the dangers of the night, their relationship evolves amidst the chaos.
The supporting cast includes Gigi Zumbado as Monica, Michaela Watkins as Crystal Cane, Devon Sawa as Detective Zeke Hobbs, and Jordana Brewster as Detective Jeanine Shaw. Filming took place in New Zealand in mid-2024, with a budget of $18 million.
Released in U.S. theaters on February 7, 2025, by Sony Pictures Releasing, “Heart Eyes” has grossed approximately $29.6 million worldwide. The film received generally positive reviews, with critics highlighting its blend of horror and romantic comedy elements. The Guardian described it as a “horror-romcom mashup” that delivers intense, visceral gore.
Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of “B–.”
As of now, “Heart Eyes” is exclusively available in theaters. It is expected to be available for streaming on Netflix in the summer of 2025, approximately four months after its theatrical release, due to Netflix’s deal with Sony Pictures.
