Failure to Launch

Matthew McConaughey portrays Tripp, a charming 35-year-old man who enjoys a comfortable life living rent-free with his doting parents (Kathy Bates and Terry Bradshaw). However, his parents, desperate to see him launch into adulthood, devise a unique plan. They hire Paula (Sarah Jessica Parker), a professional interventionist known for her success in helping men overcome commitment issues and move out of their parents' homes.

Paula poses as a chance encounter, sparking a playful yet hesitant romance with Tripp. She employs her unique strategies, which involve creating staged situations to expose the downsides of living with his parents and subtly push him towards self-reliance. The film follows the comedic clash between Tripp's carefree bachelor lifestyle and Paula's determined methods. As their connection deepens, genuine feelings begin to develop, challenging both of their initial intentions. The story explores themes of growing up, confronting one's fears of commitment, and the importance of family dynamics. Failure to Launch offers a lighthearted and humorous look at the complexities of modern relationships, with a dash of unconventional intervention to nudge a reluctant bachelor towards taking flight.