Who is Atlas in It Ends with Us?

It Ends with Us is a romantic drama film released on August 9, 2024. The film is directed by Justin Baldoni and is based on the 2016 novel of the same name written by Colleen Hoover. The film follows the life of Lily Bloom, who moves to Boston to pursue her dreams and meets a neurosurgeon, Ryle Kincaid. Their relationship develops over time, but it takes a dark turn when Ryle becomes emotionally and physically abusive towards her.

The cast of the film includes Blake Lively, Brandon Sklenar, Justin Baldoni, Jenny Slate, and Hasan Miraj. The film was successful at the box office and made $351 million worldwide on a budget of $25 million. Amongst the cast, Atlas is one of the main characters of the show. Let’s take a look at Atlas' character in the film and the actor playing the role.

Who is Atlas in It Ends with Us?

Atlas Corrigan plays an important role in Lily Bloom’s life. He was introduced as Lily’s first love, and she met him for the first time when she was living in her hometown, Maine. Atlas was a homeless teenager who lived in an abandoned house near Lily’s house in order to escape his mother’s abusive boyfriend. They developed a close bond and he fell in love with Lily as she helped him by giving him food and support. However, due to their difficult circumstances, Atlas leaves Maine and doesn't see Lily for years.

After many years, Atlas and Lily meet again in Boston, which creates complications in Lily and Ryle’s relationship. Atlas is now a chef and owns a restaurant called Root in Boston which was his lifelong dream. He helps her during her difficult time and supports her in leaving her abusive relationship. Atlas reminds Lily of her past and the emotions that shape her journey. Their relationship provides a contrast to her toxic and abusive relationship with Ryle. Unlike Ryle, Atlas is portrayed as compassionate, caring, and protective, despite his difficult circumstances.

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Who plays Atlas in It Ends with Us?

Brandon Tyler Sklenar played the role of Atlas Corrigan in the film. He is an American actor, born on June 26, 1990, in Dover, New Jersey. He made his film debut with the film Cornered in 2011. He made his TV debut with a minor appearance in the show Dating Rules from My Future Self in 2012. He is best known for his role as Spencer Dutton in the Paramount+ show 1923, which premiered in 2022. It is a prequel to the show Yellowstone.

Over the years, he has worked in many films like Temple (2017), Mapplethorpe (2018), Vice (2018), Midway (2019), The Big Ugly (2020), Karen (2021), Emily the Criminal (2022), It Ends with Us (2024), etc. He also worked in many TV shows like Truth Be Told (2015), New Girl (2017), Westworld (2022), The Offer (2022), 1923 (2022-Present), etc. In 2022, he won an award for his work in the film Futra Days at the Vienna Independent Film Festival. He also has many upcoming projects lined up, which include Drop, Green and Gold, The Housemaid, and 1923 Season 2.