When their beloved dog Merv loses his spark after their split, Anna and Russ are forced into the world's most awkward co-parenting arrangement. Hoping to shake Merv out of his funk, Russ takes him to Florida for a much-needed getaway-only for Anna to show up unexpectedly. As Merv slowly gets his groove back, turns out fixing their dog's broken heart may lead to a few sparks of their own.
Acting
Deschanel and Cox weaponize awkward eye contact.
Practical Effects
Gus the dog gives the most authentic performance.
Director
Jessica Swale
Zooey Deschanel
Anna Finch
Charlie Cox
Russ Owens
Gus
Merv
Ellyn Jameson
Jocelyn Bentley
Patricia Heaton
MJ Owens
David Hunt
Jack Owens
Chris Redd
Vice Principal Desmond
Jasmine Mathews
Rebekah
Victoria Blade
Carly
Wynn Everett
Gaia
Jason Burkey
Sheriff Tom Bentley
Jordan Cox
Ken
Andrea Laing
Dr. Bankert
Nancy Ticotin
Silver Vixen
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Gus was a shelter rescue with no prior acting experience; his natural lethargy landed him the role.
The film quietly subverts the 'manic pixie dream girl' legacy Deschanel helped define—Anna's messiness is the point, not charming.
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