Bride Hard
Director: Simon West
Writer: Shaina Steinberg
Producer: Joel David Moore, Max Osswald, Colleen Camp, Cassian Elwes, Jason Ross Jallet, Bob Yari, Kevin Ulrich
Starring: Rebel Wilson, Anna Camp, Anna Chlumsky, Da’Vine Joy Randolph
Genre: Action, Comedy
Runtime: 122 mins
Rating: R (Sexual References|Some Violence)
Opening on Friday, 20 June 2025, Bride Hard is a bold, action-packed romantic comedy that smashes expectations and delivers high-octane laughs alongside heartfelt moments. This is Rebel Wilson in her most explosive role yet, the film twists the typical wedding movie formula into a genre-bending thrill ride. Think Die Hard meets Bridesmaids—only wilder, louder, and with a lot more glitter. Here’s what you need to know.
What is Bride Hard about?
In Bride Hard, Rebel Wilson is Sam, a no-nonsense, tough-as-nails secret agent who reluctantly agrees to be maid of honour at her childhood best friend’s lavish wedding. The venue is a secluded country estate, decked out in flowers, fairy lights, and champagne dreams. But the celebration turns deadly when the wedding is hijacked by a group of armed mercenaries with a mysterious agenda.
Sam must rely on her training, wit, and an emergency stash of weaponry hidden in her clutch bag. Between dodging bullets and protecting clueless guests, she discovers a plot that could ruin more than just the big day. As the chaos escalates, friendships are tested, old flames reignite, and Sam proves that loyalty and love can be just as powerful as firepower.
Meet the cast
Rebel Wilson, who is known for her roles in Pitch Perfect and Isn’t It Romantic, is back in full form and showcases her trademark comedic timing with a sharp action edge. Known for her roles in Pitch Perfect and Isn’t It Romantic, Wilson embraces her inner action star in Bride Hard—and it works.
She’s joined by an ensemble cast that includes Tom Hopper (The Umbrella Academy), playing the suave yet shady love interest, and Anna Camp (Pitch Perfect), as the bride caught between vows and violence. The chemistry between cast members fuels both the comedy and the tension.
Behind the camera is director Simon West, best known for Con Air and Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. West brings his signature flair for fast-paced spectacle, balanced with moments of warmth and absurdity.
Where to see Bride Hard
Bride Hard opens at various Ster-Kinekor and Nu-Metro branches from 20 June 2025.
