Happy Accidents

Happy Accidents

Sometimes the future is better than it used to be.

R 2000 · 110 min · ★ 6.8 · Comedy, Romance, Science Fiction

A comedy that pays tribute to the science fiction genre -- specifically, the sub-genre of time travel. But here the alternate reality is contemporary New York City where past and future experiences of trust, commitment and denial are cleverly put to the test. Just as Ruby is beginning to relish her first-ever healthy relationship, Sam begins muttering about being a time traveler from the year 2470.

Directed by Brad Anderson · Written by Brad Anderson

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