Apple TV Debuts 'Eternity' - A Romantic Comedy Perfect for Valentine's Day

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Apple TV has premiered a new romantic comedy film titled Eternity, starring Elizabeth Olsen, Callum Turner, and Miles Teller. The movie, which was originally released in theaters last year by A24, is now available for streaming on Apple TV.

Eternity presents a unique premise set in an afterlife where souls choose their eternal living arrangements. The story centers on Joan, played by Elizabeth Olsen, who faces a profound choice between continuing her marriage with her long-term husband or reuniting with her first love, a man who died young and has been waiting for her arrival for decades.

The narrative unfolds as Joan confronts this emotional crossroads upon her passing. Callum Turner portrays Luke, Joan's deceased first love who died in the Korean War, while Miles Teller plays Larry, Joan's current husband. The film's central conceit revolves around the idea that each deceased person gets to choose where they want to spend eternity. Larry decides to wait for Joan before making his decision, only to discover that Luke has been waiting for over 50 years to reunite with her.

This romantic dilemma forms the bulk of the film's narrative, exploring themes of love, commitment, and the choices we make in life and beyond. The movie has been described as a feel-good weekend watch that successfully blends satire with romance, creating an enjoyable and satisfying plot that resonates particularly well with the Valentine's Day release timing.

Critics and audiences who saw the film during its theatrical run have responded warmly to Eternity. It currently holds a 77% score on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating generally positive reception from both professional critics and general viewers.

Apple TV subscribers can watch Eternity right now through the Apple TV app. New subscribers can take advantage of a free seven-day trial to stream the movie. The Apple TV app is available across a wide range of devices, including Apple devices, Amazon Fire Stick, Roku, Android phones, PlayStation, Xbox, and can also be accessed through a web browser at tv.apple.com.

This release comes as part of Apple TV's expanding content library. The service currently offers several ongoing series including Tehran, Shrinking, Hijack, and Drops of God. Upcoming releases include the second season of The Last Thing He Told Me next week, followed by Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season two the following week.

Apple TV is also preparing for the commencement of the Major League Soccer season and the first Formula 1 race, both of which are included with Apple TV subscriptions at no extra charge, making it an increasingly comprehensive entertainment package for subscribers.

For those looking for a romantic film to enjoy this Valentine's Day weekend, Eternity offers a thoughtful exploration of love and choices, wrapped in a comedic package that should appeal to fans of the romantic comedy genre.