Just for Showmance (2023) Movie Script
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Here we go.
I can't be late for my audition.
Hi.
Hello.
Tara Holmes.
I'm here for the television host audition.
You want to take a seat over there.
They'll be with you shortly.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Hey, Colleen, I'm just waiting to go in.
I saw your skincare launch.
Yes, I'm so excited.
What did you think?
Well, I'm hoping it will spark
some interest in your TV host
work.
Holmes Hand Care is going to be a big hit.
I can feel it.
Uh-huh.
You let me know how the audition goes.
Absolutely.
Hi, Tara.
What's new?
Oh, Hi, Betty.
We meet again.
Fancy that.
Well, I'm not sure if you've heard,
but today is the big day.
I'm debuting my new skincare line.
Oh, that's right.
I think I heard something about that.
Cute.
How is it going with you?
Actually, I'm not supposed
to talk about it yet.
We gave an exclusive interview
to Entertainment Scoop.
They're airing it this afternoon.
If you promise not to tell a living soul,
I'll give you a hint.
Oh.
Congratulations.
Finally, I have some alone
time with both my daughters.
Mom, you saw me last month.
That was for my benefit, Rachel.
Some of us have been
putting all their energies
into launching a skincare line
products, website, posting.
Being an influencer is a full time job.
OK, fine.
But, Tara, what's happening
with your on camera TV work?
It's a little quiet at the moment.
So let me get this straight.
You're not an on air host anymore.
I'm auditioning.
Meanwhile, I'm branching
out, diversifying.
Diversifying.
Explain.
Mom, she's not on trial here.
So does branching out also
mean possibly going on a date?
No.
It means raising my
social media profile, mom.
I don't have time for men.
So, Rachel, how does it
feel now making partner?
Good.
Yeah, I've just yet to find
the guidebook on being a boss
and raising two kids.
I wrote that guidebook.
I'll mail it to you.
I'm proud of you.
You look like you just lost
the case of the century.
My agent.
They liked my audition but said they
were looking for someone with
a bigger social media profile.
Mm.
In other words, it's Annie
Moore, she got the gig, hmm?
Again.
Something's going to come up.
I know it.
Check your skincare line.
Maybe if it's flying off the shelves,
you can tell them that
your profile is bigger.
Right.
Oh, great.
What?
How much have you sold?
If you must know, three.
And making matters worse, my biggest rival
just got 700 likes on her
engagement announcement.
Kind of hard to compete with that.
All right, I think
we're all caught up now.
I have an appointment.
I have to get back to work.
Go.
I just need a minute to
finish drowning in my sorrows.
Well, at least you still
have your sense of humor.
Bye, sweetie.
Bye.
See you.
See you.
Unknown caller.
I wonder who this could be.
Hello.
Tara speaking.
Hi, this is Nadia Rose.
I'm one of the producers
from Happily Ever After.
It's now a good time to talk?
I guess.
Awesome.
I'm off to my next meeting,
so I'll cut to the chase.
If you've never seen
Happily Ever After,
when we get to singletons together
who've never met one another--
--To marry?
Exactly.
You tuned in.
Me and my team, we've been
watching you for a while.
We think you'll be perfect for us.
Wow.
To host the show?
Oh, no, no, no, no.
No, we're doing a celebrity
version of the show.
We want you to be a contestant.
Tara?
Are you there?
I am, yes.
OK.
What do you think?
I think I'm interested.
You kind of think or you kind of know.
Between me and you, it's a first come,
first serve approach over here.
I need to run it by my agent first.
How do you think we got your number?
She said it's your call.
So do you want to get married?
I do.
And now, it gives me great pleasure
to present the first ever
celebrity contestant of Happily
Ever After.
Please welcome our bride
to be, Miss Tara Holmes.
Who knew love could be this simple?
100 units sold?
Tell me this is a joke.
This is a joke, right?
I really think we should
hear her out first.
This makes a complete mockery of marriage.
You get that, right?
It's not a joke.
I know what I'm doing.
Whatever other male celebrity
they've roped into the show
will be in it for the same reasons as me,
to boost their brand.
Then--
This--
--I--
--Is ridiculous.
Tara, I have raised you better.
Wow.
Tell me what you really think.
I think you need to get
control of your life.
Can't we talk this out first?
Well, that went well.
She's just in shock.
Although, I've got to
say, it's a bold move.
Thanks.
Well, if I need a divorce lawyer,
I'll know where to find one.
So how many serious
relationships have you had?
One or two.
OK, and how long did they last?
The first one was about a year.
He just couldn't commit.
And the second one, he
just, well, ghosted me.
Shall we say one?
Yes.
Ah.
New intern.
One moment.
OK.
Mr. Wright is not a celebrity.
Huh.
Rachel said I should hear out your case.
Spoken like a true lawyer.
The thing that I am
most uncomfortable with
is you marrying someone
that you never even met.
Don't you find that immoral?
It's just for show.
It's the best way for me to
accelerate my career right now,
mom, raise my public profile like everyone
keeps saying for the TV hosting jobs.
So it's about attention?
Your father, he always
told me I didn't give you
enough freedom as a child.
I should have let you audition
for those school plays.
But I just wanted you to
focus on your studies.
Mom, this isn't some revenge for you
not letting me play
Annie when I was nine.
It's an awful lot to take in.
Well.
What about a compromise?
I'm not thrilled about this
being my only option either.
Go on.
I have his address.
I could track him down
and explain everything.
If he's not on board,
I'll make up an excuse
and leave the show for good.
What do you think?
Hi, there.
Joe.
Oh, my gosh.
OK, I got you.
You OK?
Yes.
I must have tripped.
Who are you?
I'm the woman of your dreams apparently.
What?
Tara Holmes?
That's right.
Happily Ever After?
Yep.
Can someone explain to me what's going on.
We're getting married.
I'm pretty sure we're not.
So you haven't signed up for a TV show?
No, I don't watch TV.
Seriously?
Seriously.
Seriously.
But I know someone that does.
Guilty as charged.
What's the deal with the hat?
I can't let anyone recognize me.
We're not supposed to know each other.
So this happily forever--
Happily Ever After.
Right.
But you understand the concept?
Two losers who can't
find love and having met,
marry for the sake of entertainment?
Not exactly, but this is
the Celebrity Edition.
Really?
Who is the celebrity?
She is.
Oh.
Oh, what do you do?
I'm a TV host.
I also work as an influencer.
Although one day,
I'd love to act.
Excuse my dad.
He doesn't get out much.
My daughter can't help herself.
Look, I'm sorry about this.
Let me get the bill.
The good news is we're on the same page.
I don't actually want to get
married, but I have a proposal.
You've totally lost me.
When I managed to find the details
of who I'd be matched with--
Me?
Yeah.
--I thought they were setting
me up with another celebrity.
Which I'm very much not.
That's for sure.
But I hoped Mr. Celebrity and
I might raise our profiles
together, wait for the
big offers to come in,
then consciously uncouple later on.
Oh, no.
I don't even enjoy
public speaking for work.
Besides, we've already broken the rules.
All right, here we go.
There's a face I didn't expect to see
in this neck of the woods.
How long has it been?
You know what it's like
for us working dads, Ben.
How are you?
Good.
Great to see you back.
My daughter, Charlotte, tells me Quinn
is in the running for class president?
She's right.
That's so cool.
And I don't think we've met.
This is my cousin.
She's from out of town visiting for work.
That's awesome.
What is it that you do?
She's--
She's a singer.
She's on vocal rest.
Doctor's orders.
Sorry.
It's no problem.
Anyway, I didn't mean to interrupt.
Joe, it'd be nice to see
you back once in a while.
Absolutely.
Can we get the check?
It's on the house, bud.
Thanks.
Guys, we should be heading off.
And I'm sorry about this
mix up and that you traveled
all this way for nothing.
I can help Quinn out with
her class president campaign.
I know how to work an audience.
I'm sure I could help her
win the vote at school.
Now, that's an idea.
It just depends on how important
her studies are to you.
That's Nadia calling you.
She's the producer at
Happily Ever After.
Do we have a deal?
Dad, she can help me win.
I could play along until you
figure out another option.
But the actual wedding, live
to millions, no, no way.
I can agree to that.
You're welcome.
So what do you think the odds
are of this lasting longer than
a week?
Mm, slim.
Hmm.
He likes you to stay on
top of your homework?
I know that feeling.
Your dad was the same?
No.
My mom.
I know this because he cares.
Oh, he's coming.
Quick. see.
I'm sorry to disappoint you.
I knew it.
I told them I'm in.
But I reserve the right
to back out at any time.
You won't regret it.
Whoa, I love your kitchen.
Thank you.
So here are some ideas
that Quinn put together
for her campaign.
I'll take a look at it tonight.
Well, I'll see you tomorrow.
And try to be on time.
I will.
Shoot.
I can't believe I forgot.
Would you forget an audition or something?
No, I need to post to my followers.
Right now?
Yes, now.
It's primetime show.
What's primetime?
Between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Got it.
Hold this right there.
OK.
Yeah.
OK.
Hey.
Hey, Holmes Hand
Care is going live.
Click the link on my bio.
And get your hands on the
best new skincare products
money can buy.
Who are you talking to?
You're having a breakdown?
It's called rehearsal.
It's what I'll be teaching
Quinn all about tomorrow.
I can't wait.
Look, I don't need you
standing there judging me.
And I need to find some good light.
So I will see you tomorrow.
See you tomorrow.
Wow.
Hi, Rachel.
What's up?
How's the road trip to romance?
It's not a road trip.
Besides, I've already
reached my destination.
And?
He's nice enough.
But the real news is he's on
board to do the show score.
You won your case.
You're coming home?
I've got a few things to tie up first.
Why do I get the impression
that you're hiding something?
I want a full confession.
He's taking part.
The bad news is I'm now
tutoring his daughter.
Tutoring her in what?
Lying and deceiving?
No, public speaking.
She has her class
president's speech next week.
Uh-huh.
And does mom know he's got a kid?
I was hoping you might tell her.
Wow.
I won't be home for a while.
So by the time I'm back,
she'll have calmed down.
To be honest, there's a lot of
photographers in your apartment
lobby right now.
So you'd have trouble getting back in.
So you'll tell her?
I'll think about it.
Thank you.
OK, I got to run.
Love you.
Love you.
Yep.
You're late.
Morning.
I'm good.
Thanks for asking.
We have a tutoring schedule.
Do you always run such a tight ship?
I do.
Hey, that's what you'll be
seeing on our big wedding day.
You're funny.
Kids need a routine.
Joe, I'd love to stay and chat,
but you're to make me late.
You are late.
Joe.
Yeah.
Quinn's only ten.
She's not applying for college yet.
Which is why you should
vote for me, Quinn Wight,
for class president.
Thank you for listening.
That was good, honey.
I vote for you.
A really great start.
You think?
Right now, the pace needs a little work,
but I've got every
confidence you'll ace this.
I hope so.
Oh, I love that nymph.
I love all things fantasy.
Why don't I get started on lunch?
How about soup?
Actually, I have another idea.
I know this cute little
place in the village.
I used to go there when I was a kid.
They have crayons at every table.
You're not talking about Green Ivy.
You know it?
No, and who doesn't?
Dad, can we go?
You're forgetting, we
can't be seen in public.
Hmm.
Do I see wigs in there?
Yeah, and a whole lot more.
All right, you can't stay too long.
All right?
There's lots to be done when we get home.
So did you finish your theater project?
It's still a work in progress.
Theater was my favorite subject at school.
I love to act.
So then why didn't you become an actress?
My mom insisted I join the debate club.
That's why you got into public speaking?
You be persuasive.
Oh, I know where this is going.
I didn't say anything.
It's not what you said.
It's how you said it.
You think I'll cave?
Think again.
I need the restroom.
Of course, honey.
Well, that's just perfect.
What's up?
My mom.
She's wound very tightly
when it comes to matters
regarding my career choices.
Let me guess.
She's not thrilled about
you doing the show?
Bingo.
Sorry to hear that.
Oh, don't be.
I gave up seeking her approval years ago.
You two aren't close?
It's complicated.
My sister was always the golden child.
Partner at her firm, steady, a real job.
I always felt like a
disappointment in comparison.
Maybe you should try to work it out.
You think I haven't tried that?
Do you know what that one is?
Sure, I do.
It's a very elegant flower.
It is.
It's a hydrangea.
When I read you were a
conservation scientist,
I was thinking you'd be
more hardhats and less--
--To be flower guy?
Oh, my God.
What's going on?
I'm back.
Thank you.
I mean, it's such a sell out move.
You've got nothing to worry about.
Are you sure?
Yeah, come on.
Tara Holmes will do anything
to grab a few headlines.
Tara Holmes?
Come on, we're like Tara who?
Excuse me, that's not very nice.
Hey, sorry.
Hi, I am a huge fan.
I wanted to ask for an autograph.
I'm actually off the clock,
so sorry to disappoint.
But that's a no, I'm afraid.
Perfect.
Sorry.
I mean, oh, no, I'm so sad.
Are you making fun of me?
No, I'm not.
Matt, is he making fun of me?
Why can't people just let
me live my life in peace?
He's just overwhelmed to be in
the presence of such a star.
Thanks for the awesome time.
Good luck on your theater project.
Today was fun.
See you tomorrow?
Tara, you might have had a
good time today, but I didn't.
I'm not sure if I'm cut out
for the sneaking around stuff.
Quinn enjoyed herself.
I mean, surely that's what counts.
I just-- I don't like the idea
of her getting caught up in all
this drama, Tara.
It's a one in a million chance.
How was I to know Annie
Moore would be stopping by.
I don't even know who Annie Moore is.
Good.
The fewer followers she has the better.
All right.
After you.
Bye.
Bye.
Oh, twice in a week, huh?
Yeah, just doing my part
to support local business.
And here I thought you were stocking up
for that extra mouth to feed.
What?
Your cousin, the singer.
Oh.
Yeah.
Yeah.
Yeah.
It's good to see you and
Quinn back around town,
enjoying yourselves.
Yeah, we had fun.
Yeah, those last few years
could not have been easy.
Well, I haven't exactly been hiding.
You've done an awesome
job with this place.
Thanks, man.
It means a lot.
Well, I got to get back to Quinn.
She's got a lot of homework.
And a campaign to run.
And she's competitive.
She wants to win this election.
Good luck with that.
Yeah.
Oh, and, Joe.
Yeah.
Give my best to your cousin.
Good morning.
How can I help you today?
Oh, I was wondering,
is there any other exit
to leave this hotel?
I'm afraid not.
That's great.
This is the visitor's entrance and exit.
Is there a problem?
Is there anything else
I can help you with?
Actually, no.
I'll handle it myself.
Mind taking the trash out?
Funny.
It's an interesting look for you.
I had no other choice.
Photographers were
gathering like vultures.
Someone in the area has
tipped them off that I'm here.
Maybe another celebrity influencer
was staying at your hotel.
I can't go back to my apartment.
They're in the lobby.
They're everywhere.
I'm sure you're going to
figure out a solution.
Sorry to break it to you, but this charade
might be over quicker than we thought.
There are no other options in town.
Everything's fully booked.
What about the guest house?
I don't think--
You can hide your car in the garage.
You're welcome to stay if it means you'll
stop with the silly disguises.
And I guess it'd make my
life easier and Quinn.
Thank you.
So you're going to stay
in that outfit or--
Hi, mom.
Tara, I'll get right to the point.
Rachel tells me that this
stranger you plan on marrying
has a daughter.
That's right, mom.
Her name is Quinn.
She's a very smart ten-year-old.
I'm tutoring her.
I hope that you are
thinking about the long term
ramifications of your actions.
People can get hurt.
I hear you, mom, loud and clear.
I've got everything under control.
Just do the right thing.
Bye, mom.
Ready to turn over a new leaf.
Come in.
Figured you could use some fresh towels.
Thanks.
What's on the menu?
Oh, I'm back cooking spaghetti again.
It's pretty much the only
thing I know how to cook.
Are you OK?
You seem, I don't know, distracted.
Oh.
Sorry.
I'm fine.
I just got off the phone with my mom.
How'd it go?
No comment.
That bad, huh?
She'll get over it.
Oh, what does your dad think?
He passed actually last year.
But I'm sure he would
have gotten her to see
the bright side of things.
I'm sorry, Tara.
I shouldn't have assumed.
No, it's OK.
I like talking about him.
He was my biggest cheerleader.
You two were close?
My sister was more of a mama's girl.
I was more of a daddy's girl.
But he used to run this
cute little Italian place.
Remind me not to offer you any
of tonight's spaghetti then.
Actually, it was his grilled
cheese that was legendary.
Is that so?
When he picked us up after school,
he'd put me and Rachel in a
little booth at the restaurant,
make us a grilled cheese.
Some nights, we got to skip homework.
Oh, rebel.
I miss him.
Yeah, I can imagine.
What was her name?
Cassie.
Cass.
Quinn looks just like her.
Which is a blessing because
no one wants these tiny ears.
There's nothing wrong with your ears.
I don't think Quinn remembers much.
She doesn't remember the bad bits anyway.
But she does mention
her from time to time.
That's important.
She's a great kid, Joe.
Yeah, she really is.
Well, better get started on the spaghetti.
OK.
You don't get bored cooking
the same thing over and over?
I'm a single dad, Tara.
I don't get loads of
time to be spontaneous.
Open or closed?
Open is fine.
Odd.
Delivery guy just dropped this off.
Oh, really?
Carrot cake?
Your favorite.
Who told you?
I can't reveal my sources.
Oh, that, that is good.
Hold there, buddy.
What?
Don't mess it up yet.
I've got to get this for my followers.
I thought this was my cake.
It is in 3, 2, one.
What's fun about documenting
every second of your life
on social media?
It's about building a brand.
And giving your wrist carpal tunnel?
How about you stuff your cake hole.
It's the producer of the wedding show.
What?
No-- what does she say?
"Hi, soon to be newlyweds.
Before the big day arrives,
the team at Happily Ever After
would like both of you
to record selfie videos
in picturesque locations."
Awesome.
Oh, I got the same text.
But wait.
There's more.
"--Answering the question, what
do you look for in an ideal
partner?"
Seriously?
Oh, come on.
You just need to play along.
It'll be fun.
Fun?
I don't know.
It seems a little real.
But we can make it fun.
And I solemnly swear that
if you do decide to back out
of the show at any point,
I will be the only one
to leak the footage of you declaring
what you look for in true love.
I get to pick the places to shoot.
Easy.
Just you wait.
Oh, gee, I hope you
brought your hiking boots.
Houston?
We have a problem.
No, we don't.
Oh, wow, these are interesting.
This is one of my favorite spots.
Are we there yet?
Just a little further.
This tree in front of this dock.
I want to be all sweaty for the self tape.
It'll be fine.
It's just so gorgeous.
Recognize that?
The ground?
Yeah, I've been staring at
it for the past 30 minutes.
No, the hydrangea.
Oh, yeah, from the restaurant.
Yeah.
See how it thrives under this tree?
Exposure to too much
light isn't good for it.
It's a flower that needs
light and shade to survive.
Does it also need water?
Because I could really
use a drink right now.
Here.
Thanks.
This was for both of us.
It's my sister.
Give me a sec.
Hey.
I just got a call from a reporter.
Oh.
Yeah, they asked me if I knew
the mysterious man you've
been seen with is.
What?
They're definitely closing in on you now.
Well, what did you say?
What you always tell me to say.
No comment.
OK, good.
And mom called a third time.
She is adamant that you
reconsider this wedding,
especially now that there
is a child involved.
Rachel, I've been over
this with her already.
OK, do not shoot the messenger.
I just have a feeling she is not going
to back down even if
your skincare sales are
through the roof.
Look, I can't talk now.
I'm on a hike.
Sorry.
For a second, I thought that
my sister, Tara Holmes miss
can't walk to the store to get
milk just that she's on a hike?
I am.
What's the view like?
Better than expected.
So what should I tell mom?
Tara?
What was the question?
Never mind.
I have a case to close.
Bye.
It's so peaceful out here,
with the phones ringing off
the hook.
Hello.
Hey, Joe.
It's Ben.
Hey, I was wondering if Quinn
would be interested in a play
date with Charlotte.
Ben, sorry.
I didn't recognize the number.
Yeah, sure.
Quinn would love that.
Let me just check with her
and get back to you in a bit.
All right?
OK, sounds great.
Talk soon, OK?
Bye.
Bye.
Now what?
Oh, my gosh.
What?
Win the lottery?
No, better.
Bride Weekly wants me for a photo shoot.
I don't know what that means.
It means I'm back in fashion.
And that is why I would
greatly appreciate your vote
for this year's class president.
Thank you.
What do you think?
I think you should answer that.
I improved.
It was way stronger.
Can you feel it?
OK, and here's why.
So--
I'll get it.
No, wait a minute.
You stay here.
Bypass the front door, this way.
Joe, it's so good to see you.
Don't worry.
This won't take long.
What's all this?
Just a little impromptu chat.
You've seen this on
the show before, right?
No, I must have missed it.
It'll be an hour, two tops.
OK.
I'll go get refreshments for everyone.
OK.
OK, you guys, don't touch anything.
That-- yeah, throw the
space out right here.
Great.
Psst.
How could this part of the
show slipped your mind?
I'll be honest.
I've never watched a full episode.
You got to be kidding me.
Look, I'm spending two
hours having my home being
journaled in some film set.
Joe, where are you?
You know I'm not thrilled
about some of this decor.
Oh, is that right?
Yeah, we're moving some
things around to accommodate
the camera and the lighting equipment.
Oh, well, just make yourself at home.
OK.
Ice in my water.
Thanks.
OK.
Did you hear that?
That's it.
OK, I'm going out there right now,
and I'm putting a stop
to this whole thing.
Come on.
No.
We've come way to far to
throw it all away now.
And Quinn is really
getting in your stride.
Oh, that's not fair.
You can't leverage my daughter
to keep this thing going.
Don't be ridiculous.
Your daughter's the one who
got you involved in this.
Oh, OK, I see.
She'll be heartbroken.
Are you willing to sit in that
room for the next two hours?
Do I have to?
Yes.
You and I both know Quinn's
improving every day.
OK, all right.
You're right.
I'm always right.
Just go in the room.
I have an idea.
OK.
Just go in.
OK.
Just make sure you go.
Hi, sweetie.
So I feel like--
OK?
How long is this going to take?
A couple of hours, sweetie.
That's going to be past my bedtime.
Huh.
You're right.
Oh, this isn't going to work, is it?
It's not.
And this is the time that dad
helps me with my homework.
I know, sweetie.
I just lost track of time.
We have to do homework now.
OK, she's the boss.
Well, I can tell you what's
going to happen right now.
Your dad is going to sit
himself on this chair.
Mm-hmm?
We have a show to do.
The crew can't come back tomorrow?
You got a real go getter there, a girl
that knows what she wants.
Sorry, sweetie, we're on schedule.
Go right over there for now.
Sit down.
OK.
Sit down.
Hello.
Oh, good.
I'm glad you answered, Tara.
Mom, I can't talk right now.
You always say that.
Why are you whispering?
Because don't ask.
I've given it a lot of
thought, and I'm sorry,
but I cannot agree to this wedding.
But we don't even know
that it's happening yet.
Well, if it does,
I won't be there.
Fine.
Whatever.
I can't talk right now.
I got to go.
Bye.
So tell me, what are you
looking for from a marriage?
Someone who's a planner, an organizer,
someone who can fit in
with my family set up.
It's a good start, Joe.
We're looking for something
a little bit more romantic.
Can you dig deeper?
I'm a single dad.
So when it comes to marriage, I'm
looking for someone who can
build on what I've already got.
I really only want the best
for the ones that I love.
I really like to find
someone to spend time
with in the great outdoors,
someone to inject a little
more adventure into my life.
It's been a while since I really--
Go on.
It's been a while since
I really, really, really
like just a glass of water, please.
Sorry.
Can someone get us some water?
My daughter can do it.
Easy.
What's taking so long?
Someone turn off the inferno alarm.
I mean, I would, but the same
thing happened last week.
It took the security
company what, an hour,
til they get here to fix it.
So--
For now, we'll just pick up
anything we missed next week.
Go turn off the alarm.
I'll go find Tara.
OK.
She's not in here.
No?
Looks like she snuck out
on back to the guest house.
But you have got some homework
to do for real, all right?
And by the way, you did
a great job tonight.
Thanks, dad.
Ben.
Hey, sorry to be a squeaky
wheel, but Charlotte
keeps bugging me about
that play date with Quinn.
Any updates?
Yeah, sorry.
I meant to get back to you about that.
This week has been a little crazy.
How about next weekend?
OK, cool.
I hope things clear up for you soon.
Yeah.
Me too.
Bye.
Tara, you are in here?
Hey, yeah.
Come on in.
Just want to make sure you're OK.
Yes, I'm fine.
I'm sorry about all this again.
It's OK.
I can handle it.
I'll make it up to you.
How about I make pancakes for breakfast?
Deal.
"Does turning over a new leaf
include breaking the rules?"
What would you like with your pancakes?
Syrup, strawberries, or an apology?
The latter.
The pressure is on now.
If your dad was a great cook,
I'm expecting great things.
Hey, just you wait.
No, strawberries.
OK.
Tara, what's this?
Strawberries.
It's what you asked right now.
No, this.
"Tara Holmes isn't home."
"Where's the missing bride to be?"
What?
It's everywhere.
Where's my-- and my agent
hasn't even called me?
What?
Yeah.
It makes me a little nervous.
But it's not you they're after.
Yeah, but when you're staying in my house,
it makes it my business, right?
For all this to have a
negative impact on Quinn.
A white lie here, a white lie there,
it's not how I raised her.
So what are you saying, Joe?
I'm saying that deceiving
people feels wrong, Tara.
Colleen, what's the latest?
Bride Weekly wants to do
a photo shoot with you.
They want to try to squeeze you in today.
Today?
Well, I'm not in the city.
I'm in hiding.
How am I going to buy a wedding
dress in the middle of nowhere?
Well, find someplace local.
Get with the program.
Text me the address as
soon as you find one.
All right.
Bye.
I see you.
Little Miss sneaky, huh?
Can I come pick up the
wedding dress with you?
I think we need to run
it by your dad first.
That way, I'll get to
meet your sister, Rachel.
Oh.
She isn't coming.
Why not?
She has to work.
Your mom?
It's complicated.
She isn't coming?
Sadly not.
If I was getting married, I'd want my mom
to be there if she was still here.
My favorite photo is the
one in the guesthouse.
She looks beautiful.
You remember her?
A little.
What do you remember the most?
Moving here when I was a baby.
The house was empty, and it
was just the three of us.
But what I remember the most
was that dad was really happy.
I miss that.
I hope you're hungry.
I went for something a
little different this time.
Grilled cheese.
Yes.
And I thought you might say that.
He never makes this.
Is that so?
Oh, breaking news.
I need to buy my wedding dress today
for the Bride Weekly shoot if
I can find a place around here.
There's a nice place in the village.
And your daughter here wants
to come to my dress fitting.
She has no one to go with her.
Ouch.
The girl's not wrong.
Please.
So the photographer won't be
here for at least two hours.
OK, Quinn, you can stay for an hour
and see whatever it is you plan to see.
I'll walk over there and take
a nap, but then we have to go.
You got to rehearse your
campaign speech for tomorrow.
And, Quinn, remember--
I can't tell anyone at school about this.
It's a secret.
No one knows you and
Tara know each other.
Dad, we've already been over this.
OK.
OK, I'll be right over
there if anything comes up.
Can we please go already?
Yes.
Oh.
Wow, you're beautiful
for the perfect bride.
Oh, thanks.
But remember, Quinn, the
wedding isn't happening.
This is just for my photo shoot.
I don't want you to get too excited.
Oh, let me see.
Rachel, I want you to
meet somebody special.
Let's FaceTime.
OK.
Come over.
This is my new friend, Quinn.
Quinn, this is my sister, Rachel.
Hello.
It's nice to meet you, Quinn.
Nice to meet you.
I wish you were here to see how
beautiful Tara is in her dress.
Well, why don't you take
the phone and show me.
Ooh, Ms. Tara Holmes, or should I say Mrs?
She looks like a princess, right?
I feel like a princess.
You are a princess.
And thank you, Quinn, for taking
such good care of my sister.
Today has been amazing.
Any chance I could see
territorial before I go.
Oh.
All right, sis, I got to run, but I'm
so glad I could see this moment.
Thanks, ladies.
Bye.
Bye.
Bye, Rachel.
So I really think this is the one.
I agree.
Oh, what are you doing in here?
You're not supposed to
see a bride in her dress.
They caught us, all right?
The paparazzi are out front.
So I pulled the car
around back, and so it's
in the rear entrance.
But--
You go with your dad.
I'll create a diversion.
OK, go.
Come on.
Come on, go.
Oh, hi.
Hi.
You're early.
Who knew love could be this simple?
It was .
Thanks.
That's great.
I think we've got it.
Wait.
That was fast.
Final question for our readers.
What does love feel like?
Like coming home.
Sorry, you wanted more detail?
I can think of something.
So--
No, we've got another shoot to get to.
Oh.
Any more?
Oh, well, wait.
Who's going to be on the cover?
I don't make those decisions.
They'll be in touch if you make the cut.
Anyway, we don't want to be late.
Ta-ta.
She's going to look so
beautiful at the wedding.
You remember what her deal
was, though, right, honey?
About not actually going
through with the wedding.
Hey.
What is it?
Talk to me.
Is that really what you want to do?
Pull out of the wedding?
You've had fun having
Tara here, huh?
I just think everything feels
better when we're laughing.
We laugh all the time.
It's different when
Tara is with us, dad.
We're happier.
You're happier, happier
than I've ever seen you.
Come in.
Hey.
You looked beautiful today.
Thanks.
And thanks for being
the best getaway driver
a girl could ever ask for.
You're welcome.
I'm sorry for how things turned out.
All I wanted to do was give Quinn
a day she wouldn't forget.
Well, you achieved your goal.
Quinn's on cloud nine fast asleep.
We shopped till we dropped.
I've certainly brought some
extra drama to your lives
these past two weeks.
No comment.
Did you learn that reply for me?
Yeah, I did.
It's been a long time since
I've been on new adventures.
Noted.
Anyway, I figured I'll
make sure that Quinn's not
pretending to be asleep.
She likes to read under the
covers when I go to bed.
She needs all her rest for
the big election tomorrow.
Tomorrow is a very big day for her.
It is.
Goodnight, Tara.
Goodnight, Joe.
And that is why I think you
should pick me, Quinn Wright,
for class president.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
No, it's perfect.
Seriously?
There's just one final thing you need.
It's actually the most important of all.
What is it?
It's a big one.
I hope you're listening.
You ready?
Believe in yourself.
There's not a nervous bone in her body.
Not now, but when you get up
there in front of your class,
it feels different, believe me.
I know.
You're going to be fine, right?
I hope so.
You know so.
But what if I do get nervous?
You just take a breath, and then
you imagine it's only us two
watching you, OK?
You've got this, all right?
OK, let's get going before you're late.
Bye, Tara.
Thanks again.
Good job.
Thanks.
Who sent this?
"Tara Holmes, lover or liar?"
Oh, no how did they get this photo?
You're just in time to celebrate.
I did it.
I'm not sure if giving you more sugar
is the best idea right now.
I'm proud of you.
Joe, have you got a sec?
Now?
I mean, we're in the
middle of something here.
You're right.
Sorry.
Honey, why don't you take over.
I'm a little chilly.
I just need to grab a sweater.
And I need to go check
More for me.
How did they even get this photo?
I don't know for certain, but
I know Annie has got something
to do with it.
What did you ever do to her?
Nothing.
I launched my skincare line on the day
of her engagement announcement.
But I didn't know she was getting engaged.
Besides, I launched my thing first.
You sound like you're in kindergarten.
This is all starting to feel very real.
Joe, this is my very real life.
And you enjoy it?
I don't have much choice, do I?
What?
Don't freak out, but--
Not the best way to make
a person not freak out.
Is this show really something
that you want to be a part of?
Who wants to be running
from the press every day?
It's a stepping stone.
If it means I reach the
next level professionally,
then I have to.
These kinds of career
moves can really set you up
for bigger opportunities.
I don't understand.
You're doing something to put you
in the public eye on purpose?
And then when it gets me
to the place I want to be,
that will also involve better security
to live more privately.
Look, if this wedding is going to save you
from doing things like this in
the future, then let's do it.
Joe, will you marry me?
I will.
But then we will have to--
Consciously uncouple later?
I don't know.
You say the most romantic
things sometimes.
Mom's up in a meeting me.
Well, good luck.
Thanks for all you've done.
Bye.
I'm surprised, Tara.
That I came?
No, your choice in places to meet.
I mean, it's charming and earthy,
and everything on the menu
is grown in local farms.
I do nature.
Yeah, the plants in your apartment
are either plastic or on life support.
I've grown.
Some might say I've blossomed.
OK, I get it.
If you met Joe, he could
tell you all about the area.
Its natural beauty.
Is that so?
If you met him and Quinn,
you'd understand why
I'm continuing with the show.
If you want to play bride so much,
try a little bit harder at being
an actor in the normal way.
Don't meddle with a family and
break a little girl's heart.
No one is being meddled with.
You're going to regret this.
I think I want a man that
isn't afraid to speak his mind.
He takes me for who
I am but wants to be
a cheerleader at the same time.
He supports me.
Is here the best spot, do you think?
I mean, the sun's a little in my eyes.
It's too bright.
Huh.
Can I help you?
Enjoying the view?
Yeah, thanks.
You were here the other
day, weren't you, with Tara?
Oh, I'm sorry.
I think you're mistaken.
I don't think so.
My personal trainer was
pretty certain it was you.
You got the wrong guy.
You're telling me my personal
trainer got it wrong?
No comment.
I've never asked you this,
but how did you know dad
was the one?
He was my soul mate.
And soulmates, well, they pay attention
to the small things, details.
He gave me flowers every weekend.
I'd actually forgotten that.
But it was more than that.
He always insisted on taking care of you
and Rachel when you were sick and I
had to work because he knew
how important my work was
and the success of the family.
I could always rely on him.
He was a keeper.
It was hard not to love him.
You met Tara.
I know it.
Why won't you answer my question?
Hey, here's a question.
Are you stalking me?
Wait.
Aren't you the one stalking
me from the restaurant
the other day?
No.
And I've never even met Tara.
Well, that video you were listening to
sounds remarkably like her.
I didn't say I've never heard of her, OK?
I said I've never met her.
Besides, why do you care?
Do you know who I am?
A so-called celebrity?
I'll have you know,
I am a public figure.
You're a TV host.
I have no issue with that.
I do have an issue with
people trying to sabotage
other people's careers.
I wouldn't call what Tara has
achieved is much of a career.
And why is she a threat to you?
I mean, do you just enjoy
hurting other people?
I'm not trying to hurt her.
But when it comes to my
career, she needs to back off.
I'm sure the press would
have a field day to learn
that Annie Moore is trying to bring down
another woman, all for the
sake of her own insecurities.
I have worked my entire
life to get to where I am.
I am not going to have some
hotshot swoop in and take it
from me.
Maybe try building a sisterhood
rather than tearing someone
down.
Enjoy the view.
All I want is for my daughter to be happy.
You want to protect me.
I get it.
There are photographers
snapping at your heels.
Surely, that makes you
think again about this show.
How do you mean?
There are photographers
in your apartment lobby.
They're at Joe's house.
You haven't spoken to Annie.
No.
Right.
Do you think I would tip off a reporter?
No, I just wanted to make
sure you hadn't given anything
away--
--To sell out my own daughter.
I didn't mean it like that.
Mom, come on.
I hear congratulations are in order.
Quinn's speech.
Oh, yeah, that's right.
I am so proud of her.
Charlotte's ordered me to take
them out to pizza to celebrate.
You want to join?
Got a rain check on that.
I got so much stuff
I got to do here,
but bring me back a slice.
We'll do.
I hope you're able to
take an afternoon off one
of these days.
One of these days, yeah.
Hi, Quinn.
The it finishes at 5:00.
OK, wear your seat belts, guys.
Have fun.
All right.
Thanks, dad.
Bye.
Bye.
All right, don't work too hard, will you?
And, Ben.
Yeah.
Thanks for this.
Anytime.
All right, you guys ready?
Love you.
Love you.
Is my front doorbell not working?
Just trying to be a
little less conspicuous.
Well, it's probably a good idea to--
Annie's personal trainer saw
us at the lake last week.
So it turns out she's the one who's
been tipping off the press.
Oh, she told you this?
Yeah.
I get the impression that she's going
to leave us alone for a while.
Turns out that answering "no
comment" only gets you so far.
But she's going to back
off for now, I promise.
Joe, I don't know what to say.
My mind's just all over the place.
Well, what happened at lunch?
I think I might have
stomped on the olive branch
my mom offered.
I'm sorry.
Tara, I really need to get
something off my chest here.
Sorry, go on.
It's OK.
It's taking me a minute
to really think about what
I wanted to tell you.
And look, it's not that I
have been scared of changing.
It's I'm afraid to drop my guard.
I'm afraid of getting hurt, and I just
need to know how you really feel about us.
Are you even listening?
I'm sorry.
It's a text from my agent.
I'm trying to talk to you, Tara.
I didn't get the
Bride Weekly cover.
They gave it to Annie.
I'm clearly wasting my time.
I mean, if chasing the
limelight is really more
important than what we're
talking about right now,
I mean--
Joe.
No.
I mean, I must have been crazy.
Tara, I let you into my home.
You met my daughter.
What are you saying?
What do you think I'm saying?
You're making me nervous.
You don't want to go
through with the wedding?
That's what you're worried about?
It's a fair question?
Oh, my God.
I should have trusted my gut
from the beginning, right
from the beginning.
I mean, you are unbelievable.
Joe.
No, just-- I'll show up.
OK.
But don't expect to hear
from me after your big day.
Maybe announcing us consciously uncoupling
will get you a few extra followers.
That's all you ever really wanted, right?
Hey, how's it going?
Tara.
I managed to blow it with
mom and Joe in the same day.
And to top it all off, I didn't
make the Bride Weekly cover.
It can't be that bad.
When I found out
I lost the cover,
I didn't really feel anything.
All this, it's just smoke and mirrors.
Truthfully, I feel like you want to do
something else with your life.
Maybe.
Happily Ever After send over.
It's nice, honey.
Nice?
I was expecting a little
bit more of a reaction, dad.
Can you take a picture
and send it to Tara?
Yeah, I can take a picture.
But it's just for us, honey.
It's maybe not the best
time to send one to Tara.
We're figuring a few things out.
500 units sold?
Well, at least something is going right.
Paparazzi has finally given
up on stalking your life.
Oh, don't squish the cupcakes.
Ooh, tell me you got red velvet.
I did.
Now, tell me the plan of action.
Eat my feelings.
You've got to tell Joe
how you really feel.
You can't ignore her.
I'm not ignoring her.
I'm just figuring stuff out.
She deserves a second chance.
It's not just for me.
Do this for yourself, dad.
Is there any way you can see him tomorrow?
We're kept separate at the venue.
Nadia's got a whole itinerary
of how the day will run.
Understood because ordering a
bride around on their big day
is the perfect gift that
they never registered for.
Things just don't feel right.
Oh, boy, if that's mom, I'm
going to need another cupcake.
Hello, it's your agent.
Remember me?
Colleen, hi.
Oh, you came to show sisterly
support for tomorrow.
Cute.
Of course.
Now, Tara, we really need to think
about how to boost your
sales to turbocharge
that career of yours, OK.
You're going to be little miss
hot shot TV host in no time.
Rachel, can you grab this
backdrop off the table
and hang it on the stand?
I'd love to.
I'm going to fire up this ring light.
Colleen, can we take a sec?
Is there a product in those boxes?
Can you just slow down.
What is it?
This is too much.
Well, I couldn't turn it down.
If I can just find the--
No.
--Switch on--
The wedding, I'm having a few doubts.
Everyone has doubts.
I mean, I'm not sure the show is--
The show is a go.
Chop, chop, too late to turn back now.
With all due respect, isn't it just a--
Well, a TV show?
Exactly.
It's my life, my choices.
Yes, and you chose to sign a contract.
I'd be happy to take a look at it,
give it my professional legal opinion.
That won't be necessary.
Tara.
Tara, your wedding dress.
This needs to be hung up.
Do you realize how many women would
kill to have the opportunity to
boost their careers like this?
My cell has been ringing off
the hook since the announcement.
You need to sleep on
this kind of decision.
Let's talk tomorrow.
Pickup.
Pickup, pickup.
Why is the groom to be
not answering the phone?
Has Colleen called me?
No, I've managed to keep
her busy with bridal duties.
I told you, you didn't
have something blue.
So she went out to a gift
shop to find something.
Genius.
You clean up well.
Thank you.
Oh, I can't get through to Joe.
I'm sure it'll be fine.
I'm sure it's just butterflies.
I mean, he's never even met you.
I'd be nervous too.
Let's hope love is blind.
Today doesn't quite feel
how I expected it to,
to be more fun, right?
More Tara.
Why is this wedding so important to you?
It's not about the wedding,
more about you being happy.
I'm fine.
Don't keep telling me you're fine.
Show me you're happy.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Those from mom?
No.
You are not going to believe this.
They're from your nemesis.
"Tara, all the best for your wedding day.
I realize now us girls
have to stick together.
I was acting out of jealousy.
Your new fan, Annie."
Well, that's one less
person who's mad at me.
Make that two.
I can't miss my daughter's wedding day.
What changed your mind?
A little lawyer sized
birdie had a word in my ear.
I have no idea what she's talking about.
What's in the box?
Darling, if getting married is
the answer to your happiness,
I'm not going to stand in your way.
Mom, it's beautiful.
It was my veil.
You don't have to wear it.
Do whatever you want to do.
I love you no matter what.
OK, ladies, this is your
30-minute warning to showtime.
Ready for your close up?
Tara.
What is it dear?
What is it dear?
You can't just leave.
Wait a minute.
Don't you know it's bad
luck to see the groom
before the wedding?
Oh, that ship is sailed, dear.
What about the wedding?
The wedding's off.
But he could be the man of your dreams.
Love is never this simple.
Tara, you're not meant to
leave the bridal suite.
I got you something blue.
I'm pulling out of the show.
And this time, no one else is going
to convince her otherwise.
You're telling me you're happy
to let the press tear you
to pieces?
Calling Shirley Holmes
to the stand, Your Honor.
My daughter doesn't need to marry a man
to boost her career.
I want to follow my heart
professionally and personally.
Seriously?
Your hosting career will be
over before it's even started.
Fine by me.
I've got a new passion.
What now?
I'm going to be an actress.
I did a pretty good job
at fooling everyone.
What do you mean by fooling everyone?
I just need a minute.
I have to find Joe.
Joe.
Did you hear that?
What?
I thought I heard someone.
Joe, can you hear me?
Joe?
Sit here a second, honey.
You came.
For a moment there,
I thought-- well,
I wouldn't have blamed you.
Of course, I did.
And, Tara, you look
like a million dollars.
Thank my helpful assistance
for working her magic.
To be honest, you've
already seen me in this.
Wedding dress shot?
Oh.
So you're saying this was
doomed from the start.
No.
I don't think so.
But I have to be honest, I
don't want to get married
but not because I don't think
we have something special.
There's something real here.
I've never felt so drawn to a person.
But all this spectacle,
Joe, you were right.
It's not healthy.
And in order for something to grow--
--It needs light and shade.
You taught me that.
And may I say, this suit, so cute.
Yeah, I am way out of
my comfort zone here.
I know.
But I've also realized something else.
I'm going to focus on my
acting career, no more
influencing or reality
roller coaster rides.
It has been quite the ride.
But I wanted to give you something.
It's not a ring, is it?
This.
Oh.
Great minds.
I thought this could be our something ..
I'm glad to see you're embracing nature.
It's just a reminder that when
I first met you, I fell hard.
Wait till you get your hands on
this Holmes Hand Care, my brand
new exclusive skincare product.
Let me just give you a
little sneak peek inside.
And we're also just so, so excited
about this elegant packaging.
And guess what?
It's available starting now.
Click the link on my bio.
You are going to love it.
Here we go.
I can't be late for my audition.
Hi.
Hello.
Tara Holmes.
I'm here for the television host audition.
You want to take a seat over there.
They'll be with you shortly.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Hey, Colleen, I'm just waiting to go in.
I saw your skincare launch.
Yes, I'm so excited.
What did you think?
Well, I'm hoping it will spark
some interest in your TV host
work.
Holmes Hand Care is going to be a big hit.
I can feel it.
Uh-huh.
You let me know how the audition goes.
Absolutely.
Hi, Tara.
What's new?
Oh, Hi, Betty.
We meet again.
Fancy that.
Well, I'm not sure if you've heard,
but today is the big day.
I'm debuting my new skincare line.
Oh, that's right.
I think I heard something about that.
Cute.
How is it going with you?
Actually, I'm not supposed
to talk about it yet.
We gave an exclusive interview
to Entertainment Scoop.
They're airing it this afternoon.
If you promise not to tell a living soul,
I'll give you a hint.
Oh.
Congratulations.
Finally, I have some alone
time with both my daughters.
Mom, you saw me last month.
That was for my benefit, Rachel.
Some of us have been
putting all their energies
into launching a skincare line
products, website, posting.
Being an influencer is a full time job.
OK, fine.
But, Tara, what's happening
with your on camera TV work?
It's a little quiet at the moment.
So let me get this straight.
You're not an on air host anymore.
I'm auditioning.
Meanwhile, I'm branching
out, diversifying.
Diversifying.
Explain.
Mom, she's not on trial here.
So does branching out also
mean possibly going on a date?
No.
It means raising my
social media profile, mom.
I don't have time for men.
So, Rachel, how does it
feel now making partner?
Good.
Yeah, I've just yet to find
the guidebook on being a boss
and raising two kids.
I wrote that guidebook.
I'll mail it to you.
I'm proud of you.
You look like you just lost
the case of the century.
My agent.
They liked my audition but said they
were looking for someone with
a bigger social media profile.
Mm.
In other words, it's Annie
Moore, she got the gig, hmm?
Again.
Something's going to come up.
I know it.
Check your skincare line.
Maybe if it's flying off the shelves,
you can tell them that
your profile is bigger.
Right.
Oh, great.
What?
How much have you sold?
If you must know, three.
And making matters worse, my biggest rival
just got 700 likes on her
engagement announcement.
Kind of hard to compete with that.
All right, I think
we're all caught up now.
I have an appointment.
I have to get back to work.
Go.
I just need a minute to
finish drowning in my sorrows.
Well, at least you still
have your sense of humor.
Bye, sweetie.
Bye.
See you.
See you.
Unknown caller.
I wonder who this could be.
Hello.
Tara speaking.
Hi, this is Nadia Rose.
I'm one of the producers
from Happily Ever After.
It's now a good time to talk?
I guess.
Awesome.
I'm off to my next meeting,
so I'll cut to the chase.
If you've never seen
Happily Ever After,
when we get to singletons together
who've never met one another--
--To marry?
Exactly.
You tuned in.
Me and my team, we've been
watching you for a while.
We think you'll be perfect for us.
Wow.
To host the show?
Oh, no, no, no, no.
No, we're doing a celebrity
version of the show.
We want you to be a contestant.
Tara?
Are you there?
I am, yes.
OK.
What do you think?
I think I'm interested.
You kind of think or you kind of know.
Between me and you, it's a first come,
first serve approach over here.
I need to run it by my agent first.
How do you think we got your number?
She said it's your call.
So do you want to get married?
I do.
And now, it gives me great pleasure
to present the first ever
celebrity contestant of Happily
Ever After.
Please welcome our bride
to be, Miss Tara Holmes.
Who knew love could be this simple?
100 units sold?
Tell me this is a joke.
This is a joke, right?
I really think we should
hear her out first.
This makes a complete mockery of marriage.
You get that, right?
It's not a joke.
I know what I'm doing.
Whatever other male celebrity
they've roped into the show
will be in it for the same reasons as me,
to boost their brand.
Then--
This--
--I--
--Is ridiculous.
Tara, I have raised you better.
Wow.
Tell me what you really think.
I think you need to get
control of your life.
Can't we talk this out first?
Well, that went well.
She's just in shock.
Although, I've got to
say, it's a bold move.
Thanks.
Well, if I need a divorce lawyer,
I'll know where to find one.
So how many serious
relationships have you had?
One or two.
OK, and how long did they last?
The first one was about a year.
He just couldn't commit.
And the second one, he
just, well, ghosted me.
Shall we say one?
Yes.
Ah.
New intern.
One moment.
OK.
Mr. Wright is not a celebrity.
Huh.
Rachel said I should hear out your case.
Spoken like a true lawyer.
The thing that I am
most uncomfortable with
is you marrying someone
that you never even met.
Don't you find that immoral?
It's just for show.
It's the best way for me to
accelerate my career right now,
mom, raise my public profile like everyone
keeps saying for the TV hosting jobs.
So it's about attention?
Your father, he always
told me I didn't give you
enough freedom as a child.
I should have let you audition
for those school plays.
But I just wanted you to
focus on your studies.
Mom, this isn't some revenge for you
not letting me play
Annie when I was nine.
It's an awful lot to take in.
Well.
What about a compromise?
I'm not thrilled about this
being my only option either.
Go on.
I have his address.
I could track him down
and explain everything.
If he's not on board,
I'll make up an excuse
and leave the show for good.
What do you think?
Hi, there.
Joe.
Oh, my gosh.
OK, I got you.
You OK?
Yes.
I must have tripped.
Who are you?
I'm the woman of your dreams apparently.
What?
Tara Holmes?
That's right.
Happily Ever After?
Yep.
Can someone explain to me what's going on.
We're getting married.
I'm pretty sure we're not.
So you haven't signed up for a TV show?
No, I don't watch TV.
Seriously?
Seriously.
Seriously.
But I know someone that does.
Guilty as charged.
What's the deal with the hat?
I can't let anyone recognize me.
We're not supposed to know each other.
So this happily forever--
Happily Ever After.
Right.
But you understand the concept?
Two losers who can't
find love and having met,
marry for the sake of entertainment?
Not exactly, but this is
the Celebrity Edition.
Really?
Who is the celebrity?
She is.
Oh.
Oh, what do you do?
I'm a TV host.
I also work as an influencer.
Although one day,
I'd love to act.
Excuse my dad.
He doesn't get out much.
My daughter can't help herself.
Look, I'm sorry about this.
Let me get the bill.
The good news is we're on the same page.
I don't actually want to get
married, but I have a proposal.
You've totally lost me.
When I managed to find the details
of who I'd be matched with--
Me?
Yeah.
--I thought they were setting
me up with another celebrity.
Which I'm very much not.
That's for sure.
But I hoped Mr. Celebrity and
I might raise our profiles
together, wait for the
big offers to come in,
then consciously uncouple later on.
Oh, no.
I don't even enjoy
public speaking for work.
Besides, we've already broken the rules.
All right, here we go.
There's a face I didn't expect to see
in this neck of the woods.
How long has it been?
You know what it's like
for us working dads, Ben.
How are you?
Good.
Great to see you back.
My daughter, Charlotte, tells me Quinn
is in the running for class president?
She's right.
That's so cool.
And I don't think we've met.
This is my cousin.
She's from out of town visiting for work.
That's awesome.
What is it that you do?
She's--
She's a singer.
She's on vocal rest.
Doctor's orders.
Sorry.
It's no problem.
Anyway, I didn't mean to interrupt.
Joe, it'd be nice to see
you back once in a while.
Absolutely.
Can we get the check?
It's on the house, bud.
Thanks.
Guys, we should be heading off.
And I'm sorry about this
mix up and that you traveled
all this way for nothing.
I can help Quinn out with
her class president campaign.
I know how to work an audience.
I'm sure I could help her
win the vote at school.
Now, that's an idea.
It just depends on how important
her studies are to you.
That's Nadia calling you.
She's the producer at
Happily Ever After.
Do we have a deal?
Dad, she can help me win.
I could play along until you
figure out another option.
But the actual wedding, live
to millions, no, no way.
I can agree to that.
You're welcome.
So what do you think the odds
are of this lasting longer than
a week?
Mm, slim.
Hmm.
He likes you to stay on
top of your homework?
I know that feeling.
Your dad was the same?
No.
My mom.
I know this because he cares.
Oh, he's coming.
Quick. see.
I'm sorry to disappoint you.
I knew it.
I told them I'm in.
But I reserve the right
to back out at any time.
You won't regret it.
Whoa, I love your kitchen.
Thank you.
So here are some ideas
that Quinn put together
for her campaign.
I'll take a look at it tonight.
Well, I'll see you tomorrow.
And try to be on time.
I will.
Shoot.
I can't believe I forgot.
Would you forget an audition or something?
No, I need to post to my followers.
Right now?
Yes, now.
It's primetime show.
What's primetime?
Between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
Got it.
Hold this right there.
OK.
Yeah.
OK.
Hey.
Hey, Holmes Hand
Care is going live.
Click the link on my bio.
And get your hands on the
best new skincare products
money can buy.
Who are you talking to?
You're having a breakdown?
It's called rehearsal.
It's what I'll be teaching
Quinn all about tomorrow.
I can't wait.
Look, I don't need you
standing there judging me.
And I need to find some good light.
So I will see you tomorrow.
See you tomorrow.
Wow.
Hi, Rachel.
What's up?
How's the road trip to romance?
It's not a road trip.
Besides, I've already
reached my destination.
And?
He's nice enough.
But the real news is he's on
board to do the show score.
You won your case.
You're coming home?
I've got a few things to tie up first.
Why do I get the impression
that you're hiding something?
I want a full confession.
He's taking part.
The bad news is I'm now
tutoring his daughter.
Tutoring her in what?
Lying and deceiving?
No, public speaking.
She has her class
president's speech next week.
Uh-huh.
And does mom know he's got a kid?
I was hoping you might tell her.
Wow.
I won't be home for a while.
So by the time I'm back,
she'll have calmed down.
To be honest, there's a lot of
photographers in your apartment
lobby right now.
So you'd have trouble getting back in.
So you'll tell her?
I'll think about it.
Thank you.
OK, I got to run.
Love you.
Love you.
Yep.
You're late.
Morning.
I'm good.
Thanks for asking.
We have a tutoring schedule.
Do you always run such a tight ship?
I do.
Hey, that's what you'll be
seeing on our big wedding day.
You're funny.
Kids need a routine.
Joe, I'd love to stay and chat,
but you're to make me late.
You are late.
Joe.
Yeah.
Quinn's only ten.
She's not applying for college yet.
Which is why you should
vote for me, Quinn Wight,
for class president.
Thank you for listening.
That was good, honey.
I vote for you.
A really great start.
You think?
Right now, the pace needs a little work,
but I've got every
confidence you'll ace this.
I hope so.
Oh, I love that nymph.
I love all things fantasy.
Why don't I get started on lunch?
How about soup?
Actually, I have another idea.
I know this cute little
place in the village.
I used to go there when I was a kid.
They have crayons at every table.
You're not talking about Green Ivy.
You know it?
No, and who doesn't?
Dad, can we go?
You're forgetting, we
can't be seen in public.
Hmm.
Do I see wigs in there?
Yeah, and a whole lot more.
All right, you can't stay too long.
All right?
There's lots to be done when we get home.
So did you finish your theater project?
It's still a work in progress.
Theater was my favorite subject at school.
I love to act.
So then why didn't you become an actress?
My mom insisted I join the debate club.
That's why you got into public speaking?
You be persuasive.
Oh, I know where this is going.
I didn't say anything.
It's not what you said.
It's how you said it.
You think I'll cave?
Think again.
I need the restroom.
Of course, honey.
Well, that's just perfect.
What's up?
My mom.
She's wound very tightly
when it comes to matters
regarding my career choices.
Let me guess.
She's not thrilled about
you doing the show?
Bingo.
Sorry to hear that.
Oh, don't be.
I gave up seeking her approval years ago.
You two aren't close?
It's complicated.
My sister was always the golden child.
Partner at her firm, steady, a real job.
I always felt like a
disappointment in comparison.
Maybe you should try to work it out.
You think I haven't tried that?
Do you know what that one is?
Sure, I do.
It's a very elegant flower.
It is.
It's a hydrangea.
When I read you were a
conservation scientist,
I was thinking you'd be
more hardhats and less--
--To be flower guy?
Oh, my God.
What's going on?
I'm back.
Thank you.
I mean, it's such a sell out move.
You've got nothing to worry about.
Are you sure?
Yeah, come on.
Tara Holmes will do anything
to grab a few headlines.
Tara Holmes?
Come on, we're like Tara who?
Excuse me, that's not very nice.
Hey, sorry.
Hi, I am a huge fan.
I wanted to ask for an autograph.
I'm actually off the clock,
so sorry to disappoint.
But that's a no, I'm afraid.
Perfect.
Sorry.
I mean, oh, no, I'm so sad.
Are you making fun of me?
No, I'm not.
Matt, is he making fun of me?
Why can't people just let
me live my life in peace?
He's just overwhelmed to be in
the presence of such a star.
Thanks for the awesome time.
Good luck on your theater project.
Today was fun.
See you tomorrow?
Tara, you might have had a
good time today, but I didn't.
I'm not sure if I'm cut out
for the sneaking around stuff.
Quinn enjoyed herself.
I mean, surely that's what counts.
I just-- I don't like the idea
of her getting caught up in all
this drama, Tara.
It's a one in a million chance.
How was I to know Annie
Moore would be stopping by.
I don't even know who Annie Moore is.
Good.
The fewer followers she has the better.
All right.
After you.
Bye.
Bye.
Oh, twice in a week, huh?
Yeah, just doing my part
to support local business.
And here I thought you were stocking up
for that extra mouth to feed.
What?
Your cousin, the singer.
Oh.
Yeah.
Yeah.
Yeah.
It's good to see you and
Quinn back around town,
enjoying yourselves.
Yeah, we had fun.
Yeah, those last few years
could not have been easy.
Well, I haven't exactly been hiding.
You've done an awesome
job with this place.
Thanks, man.
It means a lot.
Well, I got to get back to Quinn.
She's got a lot of homework.
And a campaign to run.
And she's competitive.
She wants to win this election.
Good luck with that.
Yeah.
Oh, and, Joe.
Yeah.
Give my best to your cousin.
Good morning.
How can I help you today?
Oh, I was wondering,
is there any other exit
to leave this hotel?
I'm afraid not.
That's great.
This is the visitor's entrance and exit.
Is there a problem?
Is there anything else
I can help you with?
Actually, no.
I'll handle it myself.
Mind taking the trash out?
Funny.
It's an interesting look for you.
I had no other choice.
Photographers were
gathering like vultures.
Someone in the area has
tipped them off that I'm here.
Maybe another celebrity influencer
was staying at your hotel.
I can't go back to my apartment.
They're in the lobby.
They're everywhere.
I'm sure you're going to
figure out a solution.
Sorry to break it to you, but this charade
might be over quicker than we thought.
There are no other options in town.
Everything's fully booked.
What about the guest house?
I don't think--
You can hide your car in the garage.
You're welcome to stay if it means you'll
stop with the silly disguises.
And I guess it'd make my
life easier and Quinn.
Thank you.
So you're going to stay
in that outfit or--
Hi, mom.
Tara, I'll get right to the point.
Rachel tells me that this
stranger you plan on marrying
has a daughter.
That's right, mom.
Her name is Quinn.
She's a very smart ten-year-old.
I'm tutoring her.
I hope that you are
thinking about the long term
ramifications of your actions.
People can get hurt.
I hear you, mom, loud and clear.
I've got everything under control.
Just do the right thing.
Bye, mom.
Ready to turn over a new leaf.
Come in.
Figured you could use some fresh towels.
Thanks.
What's on the menu?
Oh, I'm back cooking spaghetti again.
It's pretty much the only
thing I know how to cook.
Are you OK?
You seem, I don't know, distracted.
Oh.
Sorry.
I'm fine.
I just got off the phone with my mom.
How'd it go?
No comment.
That bad, huh?
She'll get over it.
Oh, what does your dad think?
He passed actually last year.
But I'm sure he would
have gotten her to see
the bright side of things.
I'm sorry, Tara.
I shouldn't have assumed.
No, it's OK.
I like talking about him.
He was my biggest cheerleader.
You two were close?
My sister was more of a mama's girl.
I was more of a daddy's girl.
But he used to run this
cute little Italian place.
Remind me not to offer you any
of tonight's spaghetti then.
Actually, it was his grilled
cheese that was legendary.
Is that so?
When he picked us up after school,
he'd put me and Rachel in a
little booth at the restaurant,
make us a grilled cheese.
Some nights, we got to skip homework.
Oh, rebel.
I miss him.
Yeah, I can imagine.
What was her name?
Cassie.
Cass.
Quinn looks just like her.
Which is a blessing because
no one wants these tiny ears.
There's nothing wrong with your ears.
I don't think Quinn remembers much.
She doesn't remember the bad bits anyway.
But she does mention
her from time to time.
That's important.
She's a great kid, Joe.
Yeah, she really is.
Well, better get started on the spaghetti.
OK.
You don't get bored cooking
the same thing over and over?
I'm a single dad, Tara.
I don't get loads of
time to be spontaneous.
Open or closed?
Open is fine.
Odd.
Delivery guy just dropped this off.
Oh, really?
Carrot cake?
Your favorite.
Who told you?
I can't reveal my sources.
Oh, that, that is good.
Hold there, buddy.
What?
Don't mess it up yet.
I've got to get this for my followers.
I thought this was my cake.
It is in 3, 2, one.
What's fun about documenting
every second of your life
on social media?
It's about building a brand.
And giving your wrist carpal tunnel?
How about you stuff your cake hole.
It's the producer of the wedding show.
What?
No-- what does she say?
"Hi, soon to be newlyweds.
Before the big day arrives,
the team at Happily Ever After
would like both of you
to record selfie videos
in picturesque locations."
Awesome.
Oh, I got the same text.
But wait.
There's more.
"--Answering the question, what
do you look for in an ideal
partner?"
Seriously?
Oh, come on.
You just need to play along.
It'll be fun.
Fun?
I don't know.
It seems a little real.
But we can make it fun.
And I solemnly swear that
if you do decide to back out
of the show at any point,
I will be the only one
to leak the footage of you declaring
what you look for in true love.
I get to pick the places to shoot.
Easy.
Just you wait.
Oh, gee, I hope you
brought your hiking boots.
Houston?
We have a problem.
No, we don't.
Oh, wow, these are interesting.
This is one of my favorite spots.
Are we there yet?
Just a little further.
This tree in front of this dock.
I want to be all sweaty for the self tape.
It'll be fine.
It's just so gorgeous.
Recognize that?
The ground?
Yeah, I've been staring at
it for the past 30 minutes.
No, the hydrangea.
Oh, yeah, from the restaurant.
Yeah.
See how it thrives under this tree?
Exposure to too much
light isn't good for it.
It's a flower that needs
light and shade to survive.
Does it also need water?
Because I could really
use a drink right now.
Here.
Thanks.
This was for both of us.
It's my sister.
Give me a sec.
Hey.
I just got a call from a reporter.
Oh.
Yeah, they asked me if I knew
the mysterious man you've
been seen with is.
What?
They're definitely closing in on you now.
Well, what did you say?
What you always tell me to say.
No comment.
OK, good.
And mom called a third time.
She is adamant that you
reconsider this wedding,
especially now that there
is a child involved.
Rachel, I've been over
this with her already.
OK, do not shoot the messenger.
I just have a feeling she is not going
to back down even if
your skincare sales are
through the roof.
Look, I can't talk now.
I'm on a hike.
Sorry.
For a second, I thought that
my sister, Tara Holmes miss
can't walk to the store to get
milk just that she's on a hike?
I am.
What's the view like?
Better than expected.
So what should I tell mom?
Tara?
What was the question?
Never mind.
I have a case to close.
Bye.
It's so peaceful out here,
with the phones ringing off
the hook.
Hello.
Hey, Joe.
It's Ben.
Hey, I was wondering if Quinn
would be interested in a play
date with Charlotte.
Ben, sorry.
I didn't recognize the number.
Yeah, sure.
Quinn would love that.
Let me just check with her
and get back to you in a bit.
All right?
OK, sounds great.
Talk soon, OK?
Bye.
Bye.
Now what?
Oh, my gosh.
What?
Win the lottery?
No, better.
Bride Weekly wants me for a photo shoot.
I don't know what that means.
It means I'm back in fashion.
And that is why I would
greatly appreciate your vote
for this year's class president.
Thank you.
What do you think?
I think you should answer that.
I improved.
It was way stronger.
Can you feel it?
OK, and here's why.
So--
I'll get it.
No, wait a minute.
You stay here.
Bypass the front door, this way.
Joe, it's so good to see you.
Don't worry.
This won't take long.
What's all this?
Just a little impromptu chat.
You've seen this on
the show before, right?
No, I must have missed it.
It'll be an hour, two tops.
OK.
I'll go get refreshments for everyone.
OK.
OK, you guys, don't touch anything.
That-- yeah, throw the
space out right here.
Great.
Psst.
How could this part of the
show slipped your mind?
I'll be honest.
I've never watched a full episode.
You got to be kidding me.
Look, I'm spending two
hours having my home being
journaled in some film set.
Joe, where are you?
You know I'm not thrilled
about some of this decor.
Oh, is that right?
Yeah, we're moving some
things around to accommodate
the camera and the lighting equipment.
Oh, well, just make yourself at home.
OK.
Ice in my water.
Thanks.
OK.
Did you hear that?
That's it.
OK, I'm going out there right now,
and I'm putting a stop
to this whole thing.
Come on.
No.
We've come way to far to
throw it all away now.
And Quinn is really
getting in your stride.
Oh, that's not fair.
You can't leverage my daughter
to keep this thing going.
Don't be ridiculous.
Your daughter's the one who
got you involved in this.
Oh, OK, I see.
She'll be heartbroken.
Are you willing to sit in that
room for the next two hours?
Do I have to?
Yes.
You and I both know Quinn's
improving every day.
OK, all right.
You're right.
I'm always right.
Just go in the room.
I have an idea.
OK.
Just go in.
OK.
Just make sure you go.
Hi, sweetie.
So I feel like--
OK?
How long is this going to take?
A couple of hours, sweetie.
That's going to be past my bedtime.
Huh.
You're right.
Oh, this isn't going to work, is it?
It's not.
And this is the time that dad
helps me with my homework.
I know, sweetie.
I just lost track of time.
We have to do homework now.
OK, she's the boss.
Well, I can tell you what's
going to happen right now.
Your dad is going to sit
himself on this chair.
Mm-hmm?
We have a show to do.
The crew can't come back tomorrow?
You got a real go getter there, a girl
that knows what she wants.
Sorry, sweetie, we're on schedule.
Go right over there for now.
Sit down.
OK.
Sit down.
Hello.
Oh, good.
I'm glad you answered, Tara.
Mom, I can't talk right now.
You always say that.
Why are you whispering?
Because don't ask.
I've given it a lot of
thought, and I'm sorry,
but I cannot agree to this wedding.
But we don't even know
that it's happening yet.
Well, if it does,
I won't be there.
Fine.
Whatever.
I can't talk right now.
I got to go.
Bye.
So tell me, what are you
looking for from a marriage?
Someone who's a planner, an organizer,
someone who can fit in
with my family set up.
It's a good start, Joe.
We're looking for something
a little bit more romantic.
Can you dig deeper?
I'm a single dad.
So when it comes to marriage, I'm
looking for someone who can
build on what I've already got.
I really only want the best
for the ones that I love.
I really like to find
someone to spend time
with in the great outdoors,
someone to inject a little
more adventure into my life.
It's been a while since I really--
Go on.
It's been a while since
I really, really, really
like just a glass of water, please.
Sorry.
Can someone get us some water?
My daughter can do it.
Easy.
What's taking so long?
Someone turn off the inferno alarm.
I mean, I would, but the same
thing happened last week.
It took the security
company what, an hour,
til they get here to fix it.
So--
For now, we'll just pick up
anything we missed next week.
Go turn off the alarm.
I'll go find Tara.
OK.
She's not in here.
No?
Looks like she snuck out
on back to the guest house.
But you have got some homework
to do for real, all right?
And by the way, you did
a great job tonight.
Thanks, dad.
Ben.
Hey, sorry to be a squeaky
wheel, but Charlotte
keeps bugging me about
that play date with Quinn.
Any updates?
Yeah, sorry.
I meant to get back to you about that.
This week has been a little crazy.
How about next weekend?
OK, cool.
I hope things clear up for you soon.
Yeah.
Me too.
Bye.
Tara, you are in here?
Hey, yeah.
Come on in.
Just want to make sure you're OK.
Yes, I'm fine.
I'm sorry about all this again.
It's OK.
I can handle it.
I'll make it up to you.
How about I make pancakes for breakfast?
Deal.
"Does turning over a new leaf
include breaking the rules?"
What would you like with your pancakes?
Syrup, strawberries, or an apology?
The latter.
The pressure is on now.
If your dad was a great cook,
I'm expecting great things.
Hey, just you wait.
No, strawberries.
OK.
Tara, what's this?
Strawberries.
It's what you asked right now.
No, this.
"Tara Holmes isn't home."
"Where's the missing bride to be?"
What?
It's everywhere.
Where's my-- and my agent
hasn't even called me?
What?
Yeah.
It makes me a little nervous.
But it's not you they're after.
Yeah, but when you're staying in my house,
it makes it my business, right?
For all this to have a
negative impact on Quinn.
A white lie here, a white lie there,
it's not how I raised her.
So what are you saying, Joe?
I'm saying that deceiving
people feels wrong, Tara.
Colleen, what's the latest?
Bride Weekly wants to do
a photo shoot with you.
They want to try to squeeze you in today.
Today?
Well, I'm not in the city.
I'm in hiding.
How am I going to buy a wedding
dress in the middle of nowhere?
Well, find someplace local.
Get with the program.
Text me the address as
soon as you find one.
All right.
Bye.
I see you.
Little Miss sneaky, huh?
Can I come pick up the
wedding dress with you?
I think we need to run
it by your dad first.
That way, I'll get to
meet your sister, Rachel.
Oh.
She isn't coming.
Why not?
She has to work.
Your mom?
It's complicated.
She isn't coming?
Sadly not.
If I was getting married, I'd want my mom
to be there if she was still here.
My favorite photo is the
one in the guesthouse.
She looks beautiful.
You remember her?
A little.
What do you remember the most?
Moving here when I was a baby.
The house was empty, and it
was just the three of us.
But what I remember the most
was that dad was really happy.
I miss that.
I hope you're hungry.
I went for something a
little different this time.
Grilled cheese.
Yes.
And I thought you might say that.
He never makes this.
Is that so?
Oh, breaking news.
I need to buy my wedding dress today
for the Bride Weekly shoot if
I can find a place around here.
There's a nice place in the village.
And your daughter here wants
to come to my dress fitting.
She has no one to go with her.
Ouch.
The girl's not wrong.
Please.
So the photographer won't be
here for at least two hours.
OK, Quinn, you can stay for an hour
and see whatever it is you plan to see.
I'll walk over there and take
a nap, but then we have to go.
You got to rehearse your
campaign speech for tomorrow.
And, Quinn, remember--
I can't tell anyone at school about this.
It's a secret.
No one knows you and
Tara know each other.
Dad, we've already been over this.
OK.
OK, I'll be right over
there if anything comes up.
Can we please go already?
Yes.
Oh.
Wow, you're beautiful
for the perfect bride.
Oh, thanks.
But remember, Quinn, the
wedding isn't happening.
This is just for my photo shoot.
I don't want you to get too excited.
Oh, let me see.
Rachel, I want you to
meet somebody special.
Let's FaceTime.
OK.
Come over.
This is my new friend, Quinn.
Quinn, this is my sister, Rachel.
Hello.
It's nice to meet you, Quinn.
Nice to meet you.
I wish you were here to see how
beautiful Tara is in her dress.
Well, why don't you take
the phone and show me.
Ooh, Ms. Tara Holmes, or should I say Mrs?
She looks like a princess, right?
I feel like a princess.
You are a princess.
And thank you, Quinn, for taking
such good care of my sister.
Today has been amazing.
Any chance I could see
territorial before I go.
Oh.
All right, sis, I got to run, but I'm
so glad I could see this moment.
Thanks, ladies.
Bye.
Bye.
Bye, Rachel.
So I really think this is the one.
I agree.
Oh, what are you doing in here?
You're not supposed to
see a bride in her dress.
They caught us, all right?
The paparazzi are out front.
So I pulled the car
around back, and so it's
in the rear entrance.
But--
You go with your dad.
I'll create a diversion.
OK, go.
Come on.
Come on, go.
Oh, hi.
Hi.
You're early.
Who knew love could be this simple?
It was .
Thanks.
That's great.
I think we've got it.
Wait.
That was fast.
Final question for our readers.
What does love feel like?
Like coming home.
Sorry, you wanted more detail?
I can think of something.
So--
No, we've got another shoot to get to.
Oh.
Any more?
Oh, well, wait.
Who's going to be on the cover?
I don't make those decisions.
They'll be in touch if you make the cut.
Anyway, we don't want to be late.
Ta-ta.
She's going to look so
beautiful at the wedding.
You remember what her deal
was, though, right, honey?
About not actually going
through with the wedding.
Hey.
What is it?
Talk to me.
Is that really what you want to do?
Pull out of the wedding?
You've had fun having
Tara here, huh?
I just think everything feels
better when we're laughing.
We laugh all the time.
It's different when
Tara is with us, dad.
We're happier.
You're happier, happier
than I've ever seen you.
Come in.
Hey.
You looked beautiful today.
Thanks.
And thanks for being
the best getaway driver
a girl could ever ask for.
You're welcome.
I'm sorry for how things turned out.
All I wanted to do was give Quinn
a day she wouldn't forget.
Well, you achieved your goal.
Quinn's on cloud nine fast asleep.
We shopped till we dropped.
I've certainly brought some
extra drama to your lives
these past two weeks.
No comment.
Did you learn that reply for me?
Yeah, I did.
It's been a long time since
I've been on new adventures.
Noted.
Anyway, I figured I'll
make sure that Quinn's not
pretending to be asleep.
She likes to read under the
covers when I go to bed.
She needs all her rest for
the big election tomorrow.
Tomorrow is a very big day for her.
It is.
Goodnight, Tara.
Goodnight, Joe.
And that is why I think you
should pick me, Quinn Wright,
for class president.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
No, it's perfect.
Seriously?
There's just one final thing you need.
It's actually the most important of all.
What is it?
It's a big one.
I hope you're listening.
You ready?
Believe in yourself.
There's not a nervous bone in her body.
Not now, but when you get up
there in front of your class,
it feels different, believe me.
I know.
You're going to be fine, right?
I hope so.
You know so.
But what if I do get nervous?
You just take a breath, and then
you imagine it's only us two
watching you, OK?
You've got this, all right?
OK, let's get going before you're late.
Bye, Tara.
Thanks again.
Good job.
Thanks.
Who sent this?
"Tara Holmes, lover or liar?"
Oh, no how did they get this photo?
You're just in time to celebrate.
I did it.
I'm not sure if giving you more sugar
is the best idea right now.
I'm proud of you.
Joe, have you got a sec?
Now?
I mean, we're in the
middle of something here.
You're right.
Sorry.
Honey, why don't you take over.
I'm a little chilly.
I just need to grab a sweater.
And I need to go check
More for me.
How did they even get this photo?
I don't know for certain, but
I know Annie has got something
to do with it.
What did you ever do to her?
Nothing.
I launched my skincare line on the day
of her engagement announcement.
But I didn't know she was getting engaged.
Besides, I launched my thing first.
You sound like you're in kindergarten.
This is all starting to feel very real.
Joe, this is my very real life.
And you enjoy it?
I don't have much choice, do I?
What?
Don't freak out, but--
Not the best way to make
a person not freak out.
Is this show really something
that you want to be a part of?
Who wants to be running
from the press every day?
It's a stepping stone.
If it means I reach the
next level professionally,
then I have to.
These kinds of career
moves can really set you up
for bigger opportunities.
I don't understand.
You're doing something to put you
in the public eye on purpose?
And then when it gets me
to the place I want to be,
that will also involve better security
to live more privately.
Look, if this wedding is going to save you
from doing things like this in
the future, then let's do it.
Joe, will you marry me?
I will.
But then we will have to--
Consciously uncouple later?
I don't know.
You say the most romantic
things sometimes.
Mom's up in a meeting me.
Well, good luck.
Thanks for all you've done.
Bye.
I'm surprised, Tara.
That I came?
No, your choice in places to meet.
I mean, it's charming and earthy,
and everything on the menu
is grown in local farms.
I do nature.
Yeah, the plants in your apartment
are either plastic or on life support.
I've grown.
Some might say I've blossomed.
OK, I get it.
If you met Joe, he could
tell you all about the area.
Its natural beauty.
Is that so?
If you met him and Quinn,
you'd understand why
I'm continuing with the show.
If you want to play bride so much,
try a little bit harder at being
an actor in the normal way.
Don't meddle with a family and
break a little girl's heart.
No one is being meddled with.
You're going to regret this.
I think I want a man that
isn't afraid to speak his mind.
He takes me for who
I am but wants to be
a cheerleader at the same time.
He supports me.
Is here the best spot, do you think?
I mean, the sun's a little in my eyes.
It's too bright.
Huh.
Can I help you?
Enjoying the view?
Yeah, thanks.
You were here the other
day, weren't you, with Tara?
Oh, I'm sorry.
I think you're mistaken.
I don't think so.
My personal trainer was
pretty certain it was you.
You got the wrong guy.
You're telling me my personal
trainer got it wrong?
No comment.
I've never asked you this,
but how did you know dad
was the one?
He was my soul mate.
And soulmates, well, they pay attention
to the small things, details.
He gave me flowers every weekend.
I'd actually forgotten that.
But it was more than that.
He always insisted on taking care of you
and Rachel when you were sick and I
had to work because he knew
how important my work was
and the success of the family.
I could always rely on him.
He was a keeper.
It was hard not to love him.
You met Tara.
I know it.
Why won't you answer my question?
Hey, here's a question.
Are you stalking me?
Wait.
Aren't you the one stalking
me from the restaurant
the other day?
No.
And I've never even met Tara.
Well, that video you were listening to
sounds remarkably like her.
I didn't say I've never heard of her, OK?
I said I've never met her.
Besides, why do you care?
Do you know who I am?
A so-called celebrity?
I'll have you know,
I am a public figure.
You're a TV host.
I have no issue with that.
I do have an issue with
people trying to sabotage
other people's careers.
I wouldn't call what Tara has
achieved is much of a career.
And why is she a threat to you?
I mean, do you just enjoy
hurting other people?
I'm not trying to hurt her.
But when it comes to my
career, she needs to back off.
I'm sure the press would
have a field day to learn
that Annie Moore is trying to bring down
another woman, all for the
sake of her own insecurities.
I have worked my entire
life to get to where I am.
I am not going to have some
hotshot swoop in and take it
from me.
Maybe try building a sisterhood
rather than tearing someone
down.
Enjoy the view.
All I want is for my daughter to be happy.
You want to protect me.
I get it.
There are photographers
snapping at your heels.
Surely, that makes you
think again about this show.
How do you mean?
There are photographers
in your apartment lobby.
They're at Joe's house.
You haven't spoken to Annie.
No.
Right.
Do you think I would tip off a reporter?
No, I just wanted to make
sure you hadn't given anything
away--
--To sell out my own daughter.
I didn't mean it like that.
Mom, come on.
I hear congratulations are in order.
Quinn's speech.
Oh, yeah, that's right.
I am so proud of her.
Charlotte's ordered me to take
them out to pizza to celebrate.
You want to join?
Got a rain check on that.
I got so much stuff
I got to do here,
but bring me back a slice.
We'll do.
I hope you're able to
take an afternoon off one
of these days.
One of these days, yeah.
Hi, Quinn.
The it finishes at 5:00.
OK, wear your seat belts, guys.
Have fun.
All right.
Thanks, dad.
Bye.
Bye.
All right, don't work too hard, will you?
And, Ben.
Yeah.
Thanks for this.
Anytime.
All right, you guys ready?
Love you.
Love you.
Is my front doorbell not working?
Just trying to be a
little less conspicuous.
Well, it's probably a good idea to--
Annie's personal trainer saw
us at the lake last week.
So it turns out she's the one who's
been tipping off the press.
Oh, she told you this?
Yeah.
I get the impression that she's going
to leave us alone for a while.
Turns out that answering "no
comment" only gets you so far.
But she's going to back
off for now, I promise.
Joe, I don't know what to say.
My mind's just all over the place.
Well, what happened at lunch?
I think I might have
stomped on the olive branch
my mom offered.
I'm sorry.
Tara, I really need to get
something off my chest here.
Sorry, go on.
It's OK.
It's taking me a minute
to really think about what
I wanted to tell you.
And look, it's not that I
have been scared of changing.
It's I'm afraid to drop my guard.
I'm afraid of getting hurt, and I just
need to know how you really feel about us.
Are you even listening?
I'm sorry.
It's a text from my agent.
I'm trying to talk to you, Tara.
I didn't get the
Bride Weekly cover.
They gave it to Annie.
I'm clearly wasting my time.
I mean, if chasing the
limelight is really more
important than what we're
talking about right now,
I mean--
Joe.
No.
I mean, I must have been crazy.
Tara, I let you into my home.
You met my daughter.
What are you saying?
What do you think I'm saying?
You're making me nervous.
You don't want to go
through with the wedding?
That's what you're worried about?
It's a fair question?
Oh, my God.
I should have trusted my gut
from the beginning, right
from the beginning.
I mean, you are unbelievable.
Joe.
No, just-- I'll show up.
OK.
But don't expect to hear
from me after your big day.
Maybe announcing us consciously uncoupling
will get you a few extra followers.
That's all you ever really wanted, right?
Hey, how's it going?
Tara.
I managed to blow it with
mom and Joe in the same day.
And to top it all off, I didn't
make the Bride Weekly cover.
It can't be that bad.
When I found out
I lost the cover,
I didn't really feel anything.
All this, it's just smoke and mirrors.
Truthfully, I feel like you want to do
something else with your life.
Maybe.
Happily Ever After send over.
It's nice, honey.
Nice?
I was expecting a little
bit more of a reaction, dad.
Can you take a picture
and send it to Tara?
Yeah, I can take a picture.
But it's just for us, honey.
It's maybe not the best
time to send one to Tara.
We're figuring a few things out.
500 units sold?
Well, at least something is going right.
Paparazzi has finally given
up on stalking your life.
Oh, don't squish the cupcakes.
Ooh, tell me you got red velvet.
I did.
Now, tell me the plan of action.
Eat my feelings.
You've got to tell Joe
how you really feel.
You can't ignore her.
I'm not ignoring her.
I'm just figuring stuff out.
She deserves a second chance.
It's not just for me.
Do this for yourself, dad.
Is there any way you can see him tomorrow?
We're kept separate at the venue.
Nadia's got a whole itinerary
of how the day will run.
Understood because ordering a
bride around on their big day
is the perfect gift that
they never registered for.
Things just don't feel right.
Oh, boy, if that's mom, I'm
going to need another cupcake.
Hello, it's your agent.
Remember me?
Colleen, hi.
Oh, you came to show sisterly
support for tomorrow.
Cute.
Of course.
Now, Tara, we really need to think
about how to boost your
sales to turbocharge
that career of yours, OK.
You're going to be little miss
hot shot TV host in no time.
Rachel, can you grab this
backdrop off the table
and hang it on the stand?
I'd love to.
I'm going to fire up this ring light.
Colleen, can we take a sec?
Is there a product in those boxes?
Can you just slow down.
What is it?
This is too much.
Well, I couldn't turn it down.
If I can just find the--
No.
--Switch on--
The wedding, I'm having a few doubts.
Everyone has doubts.
I mean, I'm not sure the show is--
The show is a go.
Chop, chop, too late to turn back now.
With all due respect, isn't it just a--
Well, a TV show?
Exactly.
It's my life, my choices.
Yes, and you chose to sign a contract.
I'd be happy to take a look at it,
give it my professional legal opinion.
That won't be necessary.
Tara.
Tara, your wedding dress.
This needs to be hung up.
Do you realize how many women would
kill to have the opportunity to
boost their careers like this?
My cell has been ringing off
the hook since the announcement.
You need to sleep on
this kind of decision.
Let's talk tomorrow.
Pickup.
Pickup, pickup.
Why is the groom to be
not answering the phone?
Has Colleen called me?
No, I've managed to keep
her busy with bridal duties.
I told you, you didn't
have something blue.
So she went out to a gift
shop to find something.
Genius.
You clean up well.
Thank you.
Oh, I can't get through to Joe.
I'm sure it'll be fine.
I'm sure it's just butterflies.
I mean, he's never even met you.
I'd be nervous too.
Let's hope love is blind.
Today doesn't quite feel
how I expected it to,
to be more fun, right?
More Tara.
Why is this wedding so important to you?
It's not about the wedding,
more about you being happy.
I'm fine.
Don't keep telling me you're fine.
Show me you're happy.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Those from mom?
No.
You are not going to believe this.
They're from your nemesis.
"Tara, all the best for your wedding day.
I realize now us girls
have to stick together.
I was acting out of jealousy.
Your new fan, Annie."
Well, that's one less
person who's mad at me.
Make that two.
I can't miss my daughter's wedding day.
What changed your mind?
A little lawyer sized
birdie had a word in my ear.
I have no idea what she's talking about.
What's in the box?
Darling, if getting married is
the answer to your happiness,
I'm not going to stand in your way.
Mom, it's beautiful.
It was my veil.
You don't have to wear it.
Do whatever you want to do.
I love you no matter what.
OK, ladies, this is your
30-minute warning to showtime.
Ready for your close up?
Tara.
What is it dear?
What is it dear?
You can't just leave.
Wait a minute.
Don't you know it's bad
luck to see the groom
before the wedding?
Oh, that ship is sailed, dear.
What about the wedding?
The wedding's off.
But he could be the man of your dreams.
Love is never this simple.
Tara, you're not meant to
leave the bridal suite.
I got you something blue.
I'm pulling out of the show.
And this time, no one else is going
to convince her otherwise.
You're telling me you're happy
to let the press tear you
to pieces?
Calling Shirley Holmes
to the stand, Your Honor.
My daughter doesn't need to marry a man
to boost her career.
I want to follow my heart
professionally and personally.
Seriously?
Your hosting career will be
over before it's even started.
Fine by me.
I've got a new passion.
What now?
I'm going to be an actress.
I did a pretty good job
at fooling everyone.
What do you mean by fooling everyone?
I just need a minute.
I have to find Joe.
Joe.
Did you hear that?
What?
I thought I heard someone.
Joe, can you hear me?
Joe?
Sit here a second, honey.
You came.
For a moment there,
I thought-- well,
I wouldn't have blamed you.
Of course, I did.
And, Tara, you look
like a million dollars.
Thank my helpful assistance
for working her magic.
To be honest, you've
already seen me in this.
Wedding dress shot?
Oh.
So you're saying this was
doomed from the start.
No.
I don't think so.
But I have to be honest, I
don't want to get married
but not because I don't think
we have something special.
There's something real here.
I've never felt so drawn to a person.
But all this spectacle,
Joe, you were right.
It's not healthy.
And in order for something to grow--
--It needs light and shade.
You taught me that.
And may I say, this suit, so cute.
Yeah, I am way out of
my comfort zone here.
I know.
But I've also realized something else.
I'm going to focus on my
acting career, no more
influencing or reality
roller coaster rides.
It has been quite the ride.
But I wanted to give you something.
It's not a ring, is it?
This.
Oh.
Great minds.
I thought this could be our something ..
I'm glad to see you're embracing nature.
It's just a reminder that when
I first met you, I fell hard.