Synopsis
A case of mistaken identity results in unexpected romance when the most popular girl in high school and the biggest loser must come together to win over their crushes.
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Cast
- Shannon PurserSierra Burgess
- Kristine FrosethVeronica
- Noah CentineoJamey
- RJ CylerDan
- Chrissy MetzVeronica's Mom
- Alice LeeMackenzie
- Will PeltzSpence
- Mario RevoloriRishi
- Joey MorganTopher
- JT NealMike
Recommendations
- 83
IndieWire
The real strength of Sierra Burgess Is a Loser is the steely determination and sharp intellect of Sierra herself, for which Purser must be given most of the credit. - 83
The Playlist
Beyond its aspects of romantic comedy, Sierra Burgess Is A Loser offers an authentic examination of identity in the confines of high school stereotypes. - 80
Los Angeles Times
Each character is given a chance at failure and redemption, which is what makes “Sierra Burgess” feel like such a well-rounded world. The smart script and butterfly-inducing romance captures those sweet moments of falling in love — whether it’s with your crush, or even better, with a friend. - 75
Entertainment Weekly
Even if you’ve seen it all before, Sierra Burgess will still satisfy your end-of-summer sweet tooth. - 70
Time
In its best moments, Sierra Burgess, directed by Ian Samuels and written by Lindsey Beer, has the charm of a Shakespearean mistaken-identity gambol. - 70
The New York Times
There’s sharp dialogue throughout. - 60
Variety
Sierra Burgess is a Loser is a slumber-party charmer that wants to satisfy every craving, even when what audiences are hungry for clashes, like pouring a chocolate milkshake over a pepperoni pizza. - 40
New York Magazine (Vulture)
From the script to the music to the unfinished-feeling sound edit — nothing about Sierra Burgess feels like it got past a first draft.
