The Matchmaker's Playbook
The Matchmaker's Playbook

The Matchmaker's Playbook

2018Movie90 minEnglish

After a career-ending accident, former NFL recruit Ian Hunter is back on campus, and he's putting his extensive skills with women to work as one of the masterminds behind a successful and secretive dating service. But when Blake Olson requests the services of Wingmen, Inc., Ian may have landed his most hopeless client yet. As Blake begins the transformation from hot mess to smokin' hot, Ian realizes he's in danger of breaking his cardinal rule....

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IMDb5.9/10
Google Users70%
Director: Carlos CarreraGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

When a promising young advertising executive is fired, he's forced to take a job as a "matchmaker" for a reclusive billionaire's granddaughter. To secure his future, he must help her find love, but he soon finds himself falling for her, complicating his mission and his own life.

Critical Reception

The Matchmaker's Playbook received a mixed to positive reception, generally viewed as a lighthearted and charming romantic comedy. Critics often pointed to its predictable plot but praised its engaging performances and pleasant chemistry between the lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable but enjoyable romantic comedy.
  • The chemistry between the lead actors is a major strength.
  • Offers lighthearted entertainment with a sweet, albeit familiar, storyline.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a feel-good, entertaining watch, appreciating the romance and performances. Some noted that the plot was easy to guess, but it didn't detract significantly from their enjoyment.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel of the same name by Sally Thorne, though the movie's plot significantly deviates from the book's source material.

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