Just for Showmance (2023)

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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.

sh**t.

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 sh**t.

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 sh**t 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 sh**t.

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 sh**t 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 sh**t 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 sh**t.

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 sh**t 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

k*ll 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.