Added to Tubi on Wednesday, Apr 17, 2024 Maggie’s Plan is a romantic comedy-drama that follows Maggie, a spirited and practical academic in New York, who initially plans to have a child on her own. Her life takes a complicated turn when she falls for John, a married anthropology professor. Their involvement leads to unforeseen complications, including Maggie reevaluating her life choices and orchestrating a plan to reunite John with his formidable ex-wife, Georgette.
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Length: 1h 38m
Genre: Romantic Comedy, Drama
This Title is: Witty, Heartfelt
Cast
Greta Gerwig, Ethan Hawke, Julianne Moore, Bill Hader, Maya Rudolph
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 – Some adult themes and language
Trivia
- The film is based on a story by Karen Rinaldi, which was later published as a novel titled “The End of Men” in 2017.
- The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2015 before its U.S. release in May 2016.
- Julianne Moore’s performance was widely praised, with critics noting her comedic talent as a standout in the film.
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Greta Gerwig and Ethan Hawke deliver engaging performances in “Maggie’s Plan,” a film that cleverly subverts typical romantic comedy tropes. The plot, centering around Maggie’s unorthodox approach to love and motherhood, provides both humor and thought-provoking moments. Julianne Moore’s portrayal of Georgette brings a delightful complexity to the ensemble, making the film a balanced mix of drama and comedy.
