“Sometimes the best relationships begin when you’re not looking.” 

Better Late Than Single (2025) arrives as a refreshing new rom-com that proves happily ever after doesn’t come with an expiration date. Directed by Nancy Meyers and starring Sandra Oh and Chris Pine, the film blends humor, heart, and the gentle reminder that it’s never too late to choose yourself—or to fall in love.

The story centers on Mia Chen (Sandra Oh), a successful 48-year-old food critic whose life seems perfect—except for one glaring problem: she’s single, and everyone in her life won’t shut up about it. Between her mother’s matchmaking attempts and her friends’ pitying looks, Mia is about ready to run away. When she impulsively books a solo trip to Tuscany, she plans to finally embrace singlehood once and for all.

But Tuscany has other plans. Mia meets Luca (Chris Pine), a charming, slightly chaotic chef struggling to keep his family restaurant afloat. Sparks fly over shared pasta-making sessions and wine tastings. However, Mia faces a tough choice: return to the safe, independent life she’s built or take a leap of faith into a romance she never saw coming.

Better Late Than Single shines thanks to witty dialogue, gorgeous Italian backdrops, and Sandra Oh’s pitch-perfect blend of comedy and vulnerability. The film tackles the pressure society places on women to “settle down,” while celebrating self-discovery and the freedom to define your own happiness.

Critics are already praising it as one of the year’s most delightful romantic comedies, with performances that balance laughter and genuine emotion. For anyone who’s ever felt behind in life or love, Better Late Than Single offers a joyful, empowering message: love—and life—can begin whenever you’re ready.