More than three decades after Four Weddings and a Funeral crashed onto screens and landed itself in the cult classic history books, the film remains one of Britain’s most beloved romantic comedies.
Packed with unforgettable one-liners and chaotic love stories, if its stellar cast was not enough to sell audiences on it, its era-defining rom-com traits should have been.
Catapulting several of its stars into international household names overnight, the cast have all taken very different paths since the film’s release in 1994.
While some remained firmly in the spotlight, others stepped away from acting almost entirely. Here is a look at what the cast of the film are doing now…
© gettyHugh Grant
Following his role as the film's romantic lead, Charles, Hugh Grant became an international star almost instantly after his portrayal of the commitment-phobic character.
The film launched his romantic comedy career and saw him score huge parts afterwards, including in Notting Hill, Bridget Jones’s Diary and Love Actually.
Now 65, the star has transitioned into darker and more dramatic roles, such as in Heretic, while remaining one of Britain’s most recognisable actors.
© gettyAndie MacDowell
Playing the glamorous American love interest Carrie, Andie MacDowell brought elegance and warmth to the film’s central romance.
Already an established actress before the rom-com's release, she later continued starring in romantic dramas and television projects throughout the 90s and 2000s.
She has since become celebrated for embracing her natural ageing and silver hair in Hollywood and is the mother of rising star Margaret Qualley.
© gettyKristin Scott Thomas
Kristin Scott Thomas earned critical acclaim for her performance as Fiona, Charles’ witty and quietly heartbroken friend.
Following the film’s release, she built a successful international acting career across both British and French cinema.
Kristin, now 66, remains one of the UK’s most respected stage and screen actresses and has starred in the likes of Fleabag, Mission: Impossible, and Slow Horses alongside Gary Oldman.
© Corbis via Getty ImagesSimon Callow
Simon Callow, 76, delivered one of the film’s most emotional performances as the larger-than-life Gareth.
Already well known within theatre circles, his role introduced him to a much wider international audience and the film industry as a whole.
He has since continued balancing acting, directing and writing projects across film, television and stage, most recently working on the romantic drama Surprised by Oxford.
© WireImageJohn Hannah
Scottish actor John Hannah, 64, became one of the film’s breakout stars thanks to his moving reading of W. H. Auden’s Funeral Blues.
After Four Weddings and a Funeral, he went on to appear in major productions including The Mummy franchise and numerous television dramas.
© Getty ImagesCharlotte Coleman
Charlotte Coleman won audiences over as Charles’ eccentric flatmate Scarlett with her quirky humour and scene-stealing energy.
She became a rising British acting talent throughout the 1990s and starred as Jess in the television drama Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit before tragically dying in 2001 at the age of 33.
© Getty ImagesJames Fleet
James Fleet’s awkward yet lovable portrayal of Tom made him a memorable part of the ensemble cast.
Following the film, he became a familiar face in British television and film, starring as Hugo Horton in the BBC sitcom television series The Vicar of Dibley. He continues acting regularly today, aged 74.
© gettyRowan Atkinson
Already famous worldwide for his comedic character Mr Bean, Rowan Atkinson brought funny chaos to the role of nervous priest Father Gerald in the 90s hit.
His brief but unforgettable scenes became some of the movie's funniest moments.
Rowan has since remained one of Britain’s most successful comedy actors and performers and has appeared in Johnny English, Blackadder, and a host of other award-winning projects.
