Plus One
Plus One

Plus One

2019Movie98 minEnglish

Longtime single friends, Ben and Alice, agree to be each other's respective plus one at every wedding they're invited to, during a busy summer of wedding fever.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes81%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users86%
Director: Jeff Chan, Andrew RypelGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi, Romance

Plot Summary

In a near future where singles face the social pressure of attending numerous weddings, two long-time friends, Alice and Ben, decide to be each other's plus-one for the entire summer. As they navigate the chaotic wedding season together, their platonic relationship begins to blur the lines, forcing them to confront their true feelings for one another amidst the joyous celebrations.

Critical Reception

Plus One was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike for its charming premise, relatable characters, and effective blend of comedy and romance, with many praising its fresh take on the romantic comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty dialogue and authentic portrayal of modern dating struggles.
  • Appreciated for the chemistry between the lead actors.
  • Seen as a refreshing and modern take on the rom-com formula.

Google audience: Audiences enjoyed the film's humor, the relatable premise of navigating single life and social events, and the strong performances of the main cast, particularly the chemistry between Maya Erskine and Jack Quaid.

Fun Fact

The film's premise of time-traveling 'duplicates' for wedding guests was inspired by the directors' own experiences attending numerous weddings as single individuals and the increasing societal pressure to have a partner at such events.

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Peter McGinn

Peter McGinn

Okay, to start with, my wife gave up on this movie fifteen minutes into it, and to some extent I understood why. She did not like the Alice character or the interplay between her and Ben. I wasn't overly impressed with them either at first,...