Arthur Newman
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Arthur Newman

Wallace Avery hates his job. His ex-wife and son hate him, and he's blown his one shot at living his dream. Not wanting to face all this, he stages hi...s own death and buys himself a new identity as Arthur Newman. However, Arthur's road trip towards anew life is interrupted by the arrival of the beautiful but fragile Mike, who is also trying to leave her past behind. Drawn to one another, these two damaged souls begin to connect as they break into empty homes and take on the identities of the absent owners: elderly newlyweds, a high-roller and his Russian lady, among others. Through this process, Arthur and Mike discover that what they love most about each other are the identities they left at home, and their real journey, that of healing, begins. Show More

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Arthur Newman is a 2012 film that tells the story of Wallace Avery, a man who is disillusioned with his life and decides to fake his own death and assume a new identity as Arthur Newman. He embarks on a road trip to start a new life and leave his old problems behind.

However, his plans are disrupted when he meets an intriguing woman named Mike, who also has a troubled past and is trying to escape it. They are drawn to each other and form a connection as they break into empty homes and assume the identities of the absent owners. They take on various roles, such as elderly newlyweds or a high-roller and his Russian lady.

Through this process, Arthur and Mike begin to discover more about themselves and find solace in their shared experiences. As they delve deeper into their make-believe lives, they confront their fears and find moments of happiness.

Arthur Newman explores themes of identity, escapism, and the search for a fresh start. It is a poignant and thought-provoking film that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the lengths people go to in order to find happiness.

Starring Colin Firth and Emily Blunt, Arthur Newman is a captivating drama that will engage audiences with its compelling performances and emotional storytelling.