The Proposal
The Proposal

The Proposal

2001Movie91 minEnglish

An undercover cop lets his job get personal while on an underground assignment.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users69%
Director: Anne FletcherGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A pushy, high-powered book editor faces deportation to her native Canada and claims she's engaged to her young assistant to avoid the issue. He reluctantly agrees to the charade, but soon they find themselves in a series of comedic situations as they try to maintain the ruse for his family and a suspicious immigration agent.

Critical Reception

The Proposal was a commercial success, grossing over $317 million worldwide. Critics offered mixed reviews, with many praising the chemistry between the lead actors and the film's comedic elements, while others found the plot predictable and cliché.

What Reviewers Say

  • Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds have undeniable chemistry that elevates the predictable romantic comedy plot.
  • The film relies heavily on familiar tropes but delivers enough laughs and charm to be an enjoyable watch.
  • While not groundbreaking, the performances and comedic timing make it a fun, lighthearted romantic comedy.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a funny and charming romantic comedy, appreciating the chemistry between Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds. Some viewers noted that the plot was predictable but still enjoyed the movie for its humor and heartwarming moments.

Fun Fact

Ryan Reynolds initially turned down the role of Andrew Paxton because he felt his character was too much of a 'pushover' and not proactive enough, but was convinced to take it after rewriting some scenes.

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