Mary Fiore, played by Jennifer Lopez, is a successful wedding planner who is known for her extreme attention to detail and her impeccable taste. She is also a bit of a workaholic and has a hard time finding love in her life.
One day, while rushing to a meeting, Mary is hit by a runaway dumpster and is rescued by a handsome doctor named Steve Edison, played by Matthew McConaughey. They share an instant connection, but Mary soon finds out that Steve is engaged to Fran Donnolly, one of her clients.
Despite their attraction, Mary and Steve try to stay professional and avoid any complications with Fran's wedding, but they are constantly put into situations that force them to confront their feelings for each other. They share romantic moments, including a beautiful dance under the stars, but they ultimately decide to remain loyal to their commitments.
However, when Fran starts to show signs of being a Bridezilla, Mary begins to question whether Steve is truly in love with her. A series of misunderstandings and mishaps lead to a chaotic rehearsal dinner, where Mary finally confesses her feelings for Steve.
In the end, Fran realizes that she doesn't truly love Steve and calls off the wedding, allowing Mary and Steve to be together. They share a romantic kiss and it is implied that they will live happily ever after.
The Wedding Planner was a romantic comedy that was released in 2001 and was directed by Adam Shankman. It received mixed reviews but was a commercial success, grossing over $94 million at the box office.