PLAN B Trailer (2024) Jamie Lee, Romance Movie

PLAN B Trailer (2024) Jamie Lee, Romance Movie

PLAN B Trailer (2024) Jamie Lee, Shannon Elizabeth, Romance Movie
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Quiver Distribution has a poster and trailer for Plan B, the romantic comedy from director Brandon Tamburri.

Jamie Lee stars as Piper, a young woman who discovers she is pregnant after a one night stand she’d rather forget with her awkward neighbour Evan (Jon Heder), and thinks up a diabolical plan to trick a successful businessman into believing the baby is his.

Joining Lee and Heder in the cast are Michael Lombardi, Shannon Elizabeth, Kate Flannery, and Tom Berenger. Watch the trailer below…

When a one night stand with her awkward neighbor leaves her pregnant, a young woman decides to quickly sleep with a successful businessman and tell him he’s the father of her unborn baby.

Plan B arrives on digital on September 27th.
ComingSoon can exclusively reveal the trailer for a new rom-com called Plan B, a new romantic comedy movie starring Jon Heder, Jamie Lee, and more. The movie marks the feature film directorial debut of Brandon Tamburri, who previously served as an associate producer on 2018’s Hereditary.

Check out the exclusive Plan B trailer and poster below (watch more trailers and clips):

Exclusive Plan B Trailer Announces Release Date for Jon Heder & Jamie Lee Rom-Com
When is the release date for Plan B?
Having been acquired by Quiver Distribution for North American distribution, Plan B will be released on VOD and digital outlets on September 27, 2024.

“Plan B follows a woman (Lee) who becomes unexpectedly pregnant after a one-night stand with her awkward neighbor (Heder) but impulsively decides to sleep with a successful businessman to pass off the baby as his,” the synopsis for the movie reads.

Heder is best known for playing the titular character in 2004’s Napoleon Dynamite. He’s also starred in movies such as 2006’s The Benchwarmers, 2007’s Blades of Glory, 2007’s Surf’s Up, 2014’s Reality, 2015’s Christmas Eve, and, most recently, 2024’s Thelma the Unicorn.

Lee, meanwhile, is known for playing Ali Reissen in HBO’s Crashing. She also wrote a number of episodes for Crashing along with television shows such as Ted Lasso, The Pete Holmes Show, and more. She’ll next be seen in a new Prime Video comedy series called Unsettling, which she co-showruns with Aseem Batra.

The cast of the movie also includes Tom Berenger (Platoon, Sniper), Shannon Elizabeth (American Pie, Scary Movie), and Kate Flannery (The Office). Tamburri co-wrote the script with Jean S. Monpére and serves as a producer alongside DJ Dodd and Erika Hampson.

Plan B held its premiere at the Mammoth Film Festival earlier this year. Tamburri was nominated for best director at the festival, while Lee was nominated for best actress.
Plan B is a charming and heartfelt comedy that delivers a refreshing take on the classic romcom formula. Directed by Brandon Tamburri, the film follows Piper Brennan, played by the effortlessly talented Jamie Lee, as she navigates the complexities of an unexpected pregnancy and the search for the perfect partner to start a family with. The film's premise may draw comparisons to Knocked Up, but Plan B quickly establishes its own identity, offering a different perspective and a unique blend of humor and emotion.

Jamie Lee shines in the role of Piper, bringing both vulnerability and wit to a character who is easy to root for, even when she's making questionable decisions. It's clear that Lee was born to play this role, and her performance is a standout, making you curious to see more of her work beyond her impressive writing credits. Jon Heder, as the awkward neighbor Evan Ebert, delivers a performance that is equally funny and endearing. While he occasionally slips into his iconic Napoleon Dynamite persona, Heder brings a surprising depth to the character, proving that he has more to offer as a leading man.

The film's supporting cast, featuring Shannon Elizabeth and Kate Flannery, brings a unique flair to the story. However, there are times when Flannery's improv-like delivery feels a bit too on the nose. While Elizabeth's brief appearance can be somewhat distracting, it doesn’t significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the film. We’ve certainly come a long way from American Pie.

One fun surprise was spotting Anthony Moore during the Lamaze class scene. Having loved his performance in the Netflix show Tires, it was great to see him here, and I could definitely get used to seeing him in more roles.

Tamburri, known for his work on Heredity, demonstrates his versatility as a director, skillfully balancing the film's humor with its more emotional moments. The pacing is brisk, keeping the story engaging from start to finish, and the emotional payoff in the finale is genuinely moving. The film does lose its way slightly in the second act, but it manages to pull everything together by the end, leaving viewers satisfied.

Plan B may not break new ground in the romcom genre, but it does what it sets out to do exceptionally well. It's relatable, sweet, and filled with heart, making it an easy watch for fans of the genre. While I personally enjoyed it, I feel that this film might resonate more with audiences like my mom, wife, or sister. Nevertheless, it's a solid entry in the genre, and I'm excited to see what Brandon Tamburri does next.

Jessie Hobson
Los Angeles-based Premiere Entertainment Group has acquired worldwide rights to romantic comedy Plan B, starring Emmy-award winner Jamie Lee (HBO’s Crashing) and Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite, Blades of Glory).

Premiere Entertainment will launch worldwide sales of the film at the upcoming American Film Market with all territories currently available.

Directed by first-timer Brandon Tamburri, from an original screenplay by Tamburri and Jean Monpere, Plan B follows the story of Piper, a young woman who, against better judgment, decides to sleep with a successful businessman and tells him he’s the father of her unborn baby after a one-night stand with her awkward neighbor leaves her pregnant.

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The Joke Zero and Future Proof Films pic is produced by DJ Dodd (Last Call, A Day to Die), Erika Hampson (Passing, The Photograph), and Tamburri. Cast also includes Oscar Nominee Tom Berenger (Platoon, Major League), Shannon Elizabeth (American Pie franchise, Jay and Silent Bob franchise), and SAG Award Winner Kate Flannery (NBC’s The Office). Rounding out the ensemble cast are Michael Lombardi (FX’s Rescue Me), Subhah Agarwal (HBO’s Westworld), Daniel K. Isaac (Showtime’s Billions), NFL star Vernon Davis (The Ritual Killer, A Day to Die), and Danielle Perez (A24’s Dicks: The Musical).

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Full Synopsis reads: After a fun night out, rebellious writer Piper (Jamie Lee) drunkenly sleeps with her awkward neighbor, Evan (Jon Heder), and winds up pregnant. When she attempts to tell Evan the news, Piper quickly realizes that he’s not the long-term guy for her and the baby. After receiving news from publishing exec Jane (Kate Flannery) that her dream of a book deal is coming to fruition, she needs to find a stable relationship – and quick. Going against the advice of her best friend Maya (Subhah Agarwal), Piper opts to keep the pregnancy a secret until she can find a more successful guy to sleep with and hopefully start a family.

After a few failed and comical attempts at finding a match, Piper stumbles into Cameron (Michael Lombardi), a financial advisor and regular at the café she works at. Everything appears to be going as planned as Cameron falls for Piper and is ecstatic about the pregnancy. Cameron introduces Piper to his parents Joe (Tom Berenger) and Diane and fends off advances from his flirty boss Anne (Shannon Elizabeth) along the way. While juggling her double life, Piper continues to bump into her neighbor Evan, who has no idea that he is the father of her soon-to-be-born baby. However, Piper’s evil scheme starts to unravel when she starts second-guessing herself, realizing that she could be making the biggest mistake of her life.

Carlos Rincon, SVP of acquisitions at Premiere Entertainment, negotiated the deal with producer DJ Dodd on behalf of Joke Zero and Future Proof Films.

“This film has been a labor of love for me, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. Premiere is the perfect partner for us, and I’m excited to be working with them,” Tamburri said.

DJ Dodd, Owner of Future Proof Films, added: “We are very proud of the film we’ve made through the immense hard work of all of our cast and crew. Making this film has been a fun ride, and we can’t wait to introduce it to the world.”

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Jamie Lee and Jon Heder are set to appear in a romantic comedy together. According to Deadline, the two have been cast in the upcoming film Plan B.

The film will follow Piper (played by Lee), who has a one-night stand with her neighbor Evan Ebert (Heder). When she discovers that she's pregnant, Piper decides to keep her pregnancy a secret until she can find the right man to sleep with who would be a good father for her child. One possibility is Cameron Cassidy (played by Michael Lombardi), a businessman who visits the café Piper works at. However, although Cameron does fall for her, Piper begins to question if she should go through with her plan.

Lee's previous work includes playing Ali Reissen in HBO's Crashing. She also appeared in MTV's Girl Code. Heder is best known for playing the lead role in 2004's Napoleon Dynamite (directed by Jared Hess). He later reprised the in the Napoleon Dynamite animated series, which aired on Fox from January-March 2012. Heder's other work includes 2020's Tremors: Shrieker Island (directed by Don Michael Paul) and 2016's The Tiger Hunter (directed by Lena Khan). The film will also star Subhah Agarwal, who will play Piper's best friend Maya. The film will also star Tom Berenger, Shannon Elizabeth, Kate Flannery, Daniel K. Issac, Vernon Davis, and Danielle Perez.

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Plan B will be directed by Brandon Tamburri in his directorial debut. Tamburri also co-wrote the screenplay and is a producer for the film through his production company Joke Zero. "This is a project that is very personal to me and I'm excited to finally share it with the world," said Tamburri. "I was fortunate enough to work with a phenomenal crew and this cast is honestly a dream. I'm equally thrilled to launch my company Joke Zero, where I plan to make comedic content for years to come." Jean Monpère also worked on the script.

DJ Dodd will be a producer for the film through Future Proof Films. "As soon as I read the script, I knew I wanted to be involved," said Dodd. "It was such a breath of fresh air, and the incredible cast we were able to assemble is a testament to that." Erika Hampson will also be a producer for the film. William Kay and Jerry Daigle will be executive producers.

No official release date has been announced for Plan B. In the meantime, fans can see Lee's previous work in Crashing, which is currently available to stream on HBO Max. Check out the trailer below: