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The Seat Filler

2004Movie1 h 30 min

ComedyRomance
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.4Rotten Tomatoes–70%

A romantic, hopeful comedy movie about everyday modern life and show business.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

She's rich and famous. He's poor and shameless.

Derrick is a struggling law student who takes a job as an awards show seat filler to make ends meet. One day, he is seated next to the beautiful pop superstar Jhnelle, who mistakes him for a well-known industry executive. With an instant chemistry, the unlikely pair begin to date.

Feels like

  • Romantic Comedy
  • Pop Star Romance
  • Feel-Good Story
  • Showbiz Setting
  • Lighthearted
  • Escapist Entertainment
  • Musical Elements
  • Contemporary Romance
  • Charming Protagonist

Cast

24 of 24

Crew

Directed by
Nick Castle
Written by
Tisha Campbell, Duane Martin, Mark Brown
Produced by
Will Smith, Duane Martin, Mark Brown
Music by
Robbie Lewis

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

August 5, 2004 · 1 h 30 min · Comedy, Romance

Released
August 5, 2004
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
22 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Seat Filler?"

Questions about The Seat Filler

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Seat Filler?

PeacockThe RokuHooplaPlexMagnolia SelectsTubi TV

In the United States, The Seat Filler streams on Hoopla and Magnolia Selects, and it is free with ads on Peacock, The Roku, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 5 other countries.

Is The Seat Filler worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 5.4).

Is The Seat Filler okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is The Seat Filler good for date night?

and 6 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFamily Movie NightFriends Night

Yes: romance is 8 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Will The Seat Filler make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (6 of 10) and sharp wit (5 of 10).