Added to Netflix on Tuesday, Oct 31, 2023 The Accidental Husband is a romantic comedy that centers around Dr. Emma Lloyd, a popular New York radio DJ whose advice to a caller results in the breakup of a relationship. The jilted ex-fiancé of the caller, Patrick Sullivan, decides to seek revenge on Dr. Lloyd by hacking into the city’s computer records and forging a marriage certificate between himself and Emma. Unaware of her new “married” status, Emma is shocked when she prepares to marry her fiancé Richard and discovers her marital predicament. The film explores the comedic consequences of Emma’s quest to dissolve her fake marriage and the romantic entanglements that ensue.
Length: 1h 30m
Genre: Romantic Comedy
This Title is: Light-hearted, Feel-good
“The Accidental Husband” IS STREAMING TODAY ON Netflix IN CANADA
Trailer
Cast
- Uma Thurman as Dr. Emma Lloyd
- Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Patrick Sullivan
- Colin Firth as Richard Bratton
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 (for some sexual content and brief strong language)
Parents should be aware of the film’s romantic and comedic elements, which include some sexual content and occasional strong language.
Trivia
- The film was directed by Griffin Dunne, known for his acting role in the movie “An American Werewolf in London.”
- Despite its setting in New York City, much of the film was actually shot in Connecticut.
- Colin Firth and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who play rivals in the film, have both portrayed characters in adaptations of Jane Austen’s novels.
Our Review
“The Accidental Husband” presents a quirky and amusing story with a delightful cast. Uma Thurman’s portrayal of the composed and successful Dr. Emma Lloyd contrasts amusingly with Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s charmingly roguish Patrick. The plot, while somewhat predictable, offers a light-hearted take on romantic entanglements and the unexpected paths love can take. Colin Firth’s performance as the stiff-upper-lip fiancé provides an additional layer of humor. While the film might not break new ground in the romantic comedy genre, its enjoyable performances and several laugh-out-loud moments make it a pleasant watch for those in the mood for something undemanding and cheerful.”
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