'How to Date Billy Walsh' Ending Explained: Archie's heroic quest to win Amelia's heart ends with a not-so-sweet twist

'How to Date Billy Walsh' tackles the age-old question: do you fight for the person you love, even if it means potentially ruining their happiness
PUBLISHED APR 5, 2024
Archie (Sebastian Croft) decides to go all-in, launching into a series of (often disastrous) schemes to sabotage his best friend Amelia Brown's (Charithra Chandran) blossoming romance with a new student (@PrimeVideo)
Archie (Sebastian Croft) decides to go all-in, launching into a series of (often disastrous) schemes to sabotage his best friend Amelia Brown's (Charithra Chandran) blossoming romance with a new student (@PrimeVideo)

Contains spoilers for 'How to Date Billy Walsh'

YORK, ENGLAND: Ah, young love, it's a battlefield of butterflies, awkward crushes, and maybe even a few tears. Imagine having a secret crush on your best friend since forever, only to have a charming new transfer student swoop in and steal their heart?

That's the dilemma Archie (Sebastian Croft) is facing in the new teen rom-com 'How To Date Billy Walsh.' This hilarious film tackles the age-old question: do you fight for the person you love, even if it means potentially ruining their happiness?

Archie decides to go all-in, launching into a series of (often disastrous) schemes to sabotage his best friend Amelia Brown's (Charithra Chandran) blossoming romance with Billy Walsh (Tanner Buchanan), the new hotshot.

But will his desperate tactics backfire spectacularly? Witness the rollercoaster ride of laughter, awkward encounters, and a whole lot of teenage angst as 'How To Date Billy Walsh' explores the complexities of friendship, love, and maybe even a little self-discovery.

Amelia Brown decides to confess her feelings to Archie

Charithra Chandran as Amelia and Sebastian Croft as Archie in 'How to Date Billy Walsh' (@Amazon MGM Studios)
Charithra Chandran as Amelia and Sebastian Croft as Archie in 'How to Date Billy Walsh' (@primevideo)

Amelia gets ready for a big party but feels a pang of sadness missing her best friend Archie. As she looks through a box of her mother's things, a bike pulls up outside.

It's Billy, the new boy she likes, there to pick her up for the party. However, it's seen that Amelia's neighbor Maggie helps her sneak out through the balcony.

On her bike ride, Amelia's dress gets caught in the chain and rips. She ditches the bike and runs all the way to Archie's house. Finding him lying on his bed, she blurts out that she needs a date for the party and forgets all about Billy.

Archie, heartbroken because Amelia likes Billy, gets super emotional. Amelia finally confesses that she made a mistake and actually loves him. Speechless, Archie trips and falls trying to get to her.

Archie on his way to win Amelia's heart back

Sebastian Croft as Archie in a still from 'How to Date Billy Walsh' (@Amazon Prime Video)
Sebastian Croft as Archie in a still from 'How to Date Billy Walsh' (@primevideo)

Meanwhile, William (Nick Frost) is fixing Amelia's ripped dress as she waits for Archie to get ready for the party. But then, a phone buzzes with a message, not her own. She opens a nearby rag only to find a secret phone with some messages. Furious, she storms off, leaving Archie filled with guilt.

Archie realizes he has to win Amelia back. He races to the party but is caught by school bullies outside! Stuck hanging upside down from a pole, he looks helpless. Luckily, Billy shows up and unties him.

With a burst of courage, Archie runs into the party and grabs a microphone. Even though someone throws cake at his face, he doesn't give up. In front of everyone, he pours his heart out and confesses his love for Amelia.

It's a heartwarming speech, and Amelia can't help but smile. The party erupts in cheers as they share a sweet kiss. The story ends with a funny twist – the teacher Mr. Atkins is secretly calling a 'Love Doctor' for help with his own love troubles while sitting on the toilet. 

'How to Date Billy Walsh' is available for streaming on Prime Video

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