I Do... Until I Don't – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

I Do... Until I Don't

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28%

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A mockumentary questioning marriage that critics and audiences alike questioned right back—and not in a good way.

29%

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I Do... Until I Don't

movie

R, 2017

28%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

A mockumentary questioning marriage that critics and audiences alike questioned right back—and not in a good way.

29%

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Screenwise Verdict

Look, I'll be straight with you: this movie is a miss. When a film scores 29% on Rotten Tomatoes, 4.4 on IMDb, and 2.6 on Letterboxd, that's not a niche misunderstanding—that's consensus that something went wrong.

The premise—three couples become subjects of a documentary arguing marriage should be a seven-year renewable contract—could work in sharper hands. But based on the critical drubbing, it appears to be neither funny enough to work as comedy nor insightful enough to work as social commentary.

For parents, this is irrelevant anyway since it's adult-only content. For adults looking for smart relationship content, you're better off with literally dozens of other options. Only watch this if you're a completist for indie relationship dramedies or you've somehow exhausted every other option on Starz.

Age Fit

This is strictly adult fare (17+) given the mature relationship themes and content. But honestly, even adults might want to skip this one—there are far better relationship comedies and dramas that won't leave you checking how much runtime is left.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

A cynical examination of marriage that questions the institution itself. While it explores relationship dynamics, the premise—that marriage should be a seven-year contract—undermines traditional commitment models. The tone skews negative and questioning rather than affirming healthy relationships. Not overtly toxic, but not modeling particularly positive relationship behaviors either.

Imaginative

The mockumentary concept of filming couples to prove marriage is outdated has some creative potential, but execution appears flat based on critical reception. The 'seven-year contract' premise is mildly provocative but not deeply explored in novel ways. Low ratings across all platforms (29% RT critics, 34% audience, 4.4 IMDb, 2.6 Letterboxd) suggest uninspired storytelling that fails to deliver on its concept.

Safe

Common Sense Media rates it for 17+, suggesting mature content around marriage, relationships, and likely sexual themes. Without specific MPAA rating data, but given the subject matter (marriage, relationships, documentary about intimacy), expect adult language, sexual references, and relationship conflict. Not graphic or violent, but definitely adult-oriented content that would be inappropriate for younger viewers.

Enriching

Could theoretically spark conversations about commitment and modern relationships, but the universally poor critical reception (43 Metacritic, bottom-tier ratings everywhere) suggests it fails to deliver meaningful insights. A film that questions whether marriage should exist needs sharp writing and nuanced perspectives; this appears to have neither. Unlikely to enrich viewers beyond mild frustration at wasted time.

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Why It Might Be Great

If you're genuinely curious about alternative relationship structures, the seven-year contract premise might spark a thought or two
Ensemble cast exploring different relationship stages could offer varied perspectives on commitment
Mockumentary format can work well for relationship comedy when done right (spoiler: this apparently wasn't done right)

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What to Watch For

This is firmly adult content (CSM rates it 17+) with relationship themes, likely sexual content, and mature language
Cynical take on marriage might not align with families who value traditional commitment models
Universally poor reviews suggest this is a skip unless you're really committed to watching every relationship comedy ever made
Available only on Starz, so you'd need that specific subscription to even access this underwhelming experience

Conversation Starters

"Do you think marriage should have an expiration date, or is commitment supposed to be 'till death do us part'?"
"What makes a relationship work long-term—a contract or something else?"
"If you could redesign marriage for modern times, what would you change?"

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