Holmes & Jackson Reunite in 'Happy Hours' Romcom
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- Happy Hours is a romantic comedy directed and written by Katie Holmes, featuring a reunion of her and Joshua Jackson as former teenage lovers.
- Katie Holmes and Joshua Jackson star as Liz, a photographer, and Andrew, a travel writer, whose past romance is explored through flashbacks set to Blondie’s music and a Norah Jones score.
- Constance Wu appears in a supporting role, adding mainstream‑indie credibility to the film’s cast.
- Tribeca hosted the film’s premiere, and unlike Holmes’ previous two features, this one may get theatrical exposure due to the leads’ nostalgic appeal.
- Alan Watts quote opens the film, framing its dual‑timeframe narrative, which the review describes as plot‑light and heavily reliant on the meta‑textual casting.
- Joshua Jackson is slated to return for two more installments, though the review notes limited depth and dialogue to sustain a “Before”‑style approach.
Why it matters: Fans of 1990s teen drama gain a nostalgic reunion that justifies theatrical release, while broader audiences lose interest due to the film’s lightweight script and limited depth, meaning its commercial success hinges on the lead pair’s nostalgic draw rather than narrative innovation.
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