About Plus One

Released in 2019, Plus One is a romantic comedy film directed by Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer. The movie offers a fresh take on the romantic comedy genre, blending humor and heart with relatable characters.

The plot revolves around longtime single friends Ben (Jack Quaid) and Alice (Maya Erskine), who agree to be each other’s plus one for a year of seemingly endless wedding invitations. During their journey through the year, they navigate through hilarious wedding speeches, awkward dance-offs, and intimate conversations, leading them to question if they are just friends or potentially something more.

Making / Production

Plus One was produced by Red Hour Films and Studio71, US. Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer, who primarily have a background in short films and television episodes, both co-wrote and directed the film, bringing a new and quirky perspective to the rom-com genre.

Actors

• Jack Quaid as Ben: Quaid plays the commitment-phobic Ben and uses his comic timing to make the character loveable and relateable.
• Maya Erskine as Alice: Erskine shines as Alice, a quick-witted woman with a strong personality. Her performance gives life to a well-rounded and complex character.
• Ed Begley Jr. as Chuck: Ben's father, a lovable widower seeking a new chance at love.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Plus One is not Maya Erskine and Jack Quaid's first project together. They previously worked together on the television series "I'm Sorry".
• Though their characters are in their late 20s, both Quaid and Erskine were in their early 30s during filming.
• This is Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer's feature-film directorial debut.

Awards

The movie has received recognition, winning the Audience Award for Best Narrative Film at the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival.

Quotes

• Ben: "How many weddings is too many weddings in one summer?"
• Alice: "I think it's an honor to be asked to stand by their side on their big day."
• Ben: "Does love just... happen, or do you have to fight for it?"

Music, Soundtrack

• "This Year" by The Mountain Goats
• "Hearts Beat Loud" by Keegan DeWitt and Kiersey Clemons
• "Your Best American Girl" by Mitski