The Attraction Test Apr 2026

Critics on platforms like IMDb and Letterboxd pointed out that the male lead, Ryan, starts as remarkably rude and condescending, making the initial "enemies-to-lovers" transition feel forced for some.

Dr. Brooke Carver, a psychology professor, has developed the "Attraction Tracker," a biometric device (worn like a watch) that measures heart rate, dopamine, and other physiological signals to determine if two people are a perfect match. According to her study, a score of signifies you have found "The One".

The plot kicks off when a skeptical audience member, Ryan Bennett, publicly challenges her during a presentation for never having taken the test herself. To save her study’s credibility and the university’s reputation, Brooke reluctantly agrees to take the test with her critic. The Attraction Test

Reviews for the film are a mixed bag, common for the "comfort watch" romance genre:

The movie uses dates designed to test compatibility under different conditions, such as shared hobbies and high-stress environments. Critics on platforms like IMDb and Letterboxd pointed

The film ultimately asks whether love can be explained by norepinephrine and data points, or if it requires "magic" and "lightning bolts" that science can't track.

It is often compared to Hallmark-style movies but noted by some as having slightly better dialogue and execution than the standard "conveyor belt" romance. One reviewer on YouTube gave it a B- rating. Key Highlights Lead Cast: Tara Wilson (Brooke) and Andrew Dunbar (Ryan). According to her study, a score of signifies

Many viewers found it to be a charming, sentimental journey. It’s praised for being a smooth production with creative "science-based" dates (like stressful bowling or awkward dancing) and a believable evolution of chemistry between the leads.