Did You Hear About the Morgans?
New Yorkers Paul and Meryl Morgan seem to have it all -- except that their marriage is crumbling around them. But their romantic woes are small compared to the trouble they find themselves in after witnessing a murder. To protect them from an assassin, federal agents whisk away Paul and Meryl to a small town in Wyoming, where their marriage will crash and burn, or their passion will reignite.
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Plot Summary
A high-powered New York City couple, Paul and Meryl Morgan, are on the verge of divorce when they witness a murder. Placed into the witness protection program, they are relocated to a small, idyllic town in Wyoming. Forced to live together in close quarters and confront their relationship issues, they find themselves unexpectedly falling back in love amidst the quirky locals and the stark, rural landscape.
Critical Reception
Did You Hear About the Morgans? received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the film's premise predictable and its humor uninspired. While the performances of the lead actors were sometimes noted, the overall consensus was that the movie failed to deliver a satisfying romantic comedy experience, often described as bland and forgettable.
What Reviewers Say
- Critics found the plot to be a predictable retread of the 'witness protection comedy' trope.
- The humor was frequently described as forced and unfunny, lacking originality.
- While the chemistry between the leads was present, it wasn't enough to save the weak script.
Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a mediocre romantic comedy. Many viewers felt it was predictable and not particularly funny, though some enjoyed the performances and the change of scenery from the city to the countryside.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Silver City, New Mexico, which doubled for the fictional town in Wyoming.
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