Looking for a hidden gem? Jennifer Aniston's most criminally underrated rom-com is now streaming on Netflix, and it's the perfect mix of laughs, love, and heart. If you missed it before, now’s your chance to see it. It’s the perfect feel-good watch you didn’t know you needed!
What movie are we talking about, you ask? It's the 2011 romantic comedy Just Go with It that also stars Adam Sandler. Netflix added this film to its library on Nov. 1, and it's currently one of the most popular movies on the platform as of Nov. 7. Since it's a licensed movie, it won't stay on Netflix forever. So, it's best that you get to watching it as soon as possible.
While this rom-com was a commercial hit when it hit theaters back in February 2011, it wasn't a huge critical success. However, don't let the bad reviews stop you from watching it. If you enjoy romantic comedies or the chemistry between Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler, Just Go with It could be a fun watch despite the negative reviews. Give it a try. You might end up enjoying it!
Just Go with It serves as a remake of the 1969 screwball comedy Cactus Flower. It was directed by Dennis Dugan (Happy Gilmore, Grown Ups) from a script co-written by Allan Loeb (Collateral Beauty, The Switch) and Timothy Dowling (Pixels, Role Models).
The story centers around a successful plastic surgeon named Danny Maccabee who, after getting his heart broken in the past, pretends to be married to avoid commitment with women. But things change when he meets and falls for young sixth-grade math teacher, Palmer.
When Palmer discovers his lie and demands he prove he's not lying by introducing her to his wife, Danny quickly comes up with a cover-up by convincing his assistant Katherine to pretend to be his estranged wife. The situation then escalates when they all go on a trip to Hawaii, where an unexpected romance sparks between Danny and Katherine.
Sandler portrays the role of Danny, while Aniston plays Katherine. Brooklyn Decker plays the role of Palmer. Also joining them in the cast are Nicole Kidman, Nick Swardson, Bailee Madison, Griffin Gluck, Dave Matthews, Rachel Dratch, Kevin Nealon, Minka Kelly, and many others.
Here are some positive reviews that critics wrote for Just Go with It via Rotten Tomatoes:
"Sandler's humor has always been hit or miss, but coupled with Aniston he hits more than he misses."Mattie Lucas
"Sandler and Aniston play off each other with warmth and charm, while Nicole Kidman almost steals the show as Aniston's frenemy."Jackie K. Cooper
"A very funny romantic comedy that nicely combines Adam Sandler's acerbic sweetness with Aniston's down-to-earth warmth - and that finds an excuse for Aniston to both play an average person and yet dress like a movie star."Mick LaSalle
Take a look at the hilariously funny trailer below and tell me this movie isn't worth a watch!
Just Go with It is now available to stream on Netflix. Don't forget to check it out if you haven't already!