The Wrong Missy (2020)

The Wrong Missy is the kind of rowdy, low-stakes comedy that knows exactly what it’s doing: it takes one mortifying mistake and squeezes it for every ounce of cringe, chaos, and laugh-out-loud momentum. The big reason to watch is Lauren Lapkus, who barrels through every scene with fearless, committed energy, turning what could’ve been a one-joke premise into an unexpectedly entertaining roller coaster. The vibe is broad, bawdy, and cheerfully ridiculous—perfect for when you want a lighthearted escape and don’t mind your romance served with a side of secondhand embarrassment. If you prefer subtle, realistic rom-coms, this may be too loud for your taste, but if you’re on the fence and craving something purely enjoyable, it’s an easy yes.

The Wrong Missy is trying to be a breezy, chaotic rom-com where one disastrous invite turns a work retreat into a social grenade, and it commits hard to big, loud, uncomfortable comedy. The problem is it often feels like it’s running on autopilot: the plot is predictable, the jokes lean on tired tropes, and some bits come off more cringe or distasteful than clever. If you’re not already on board with the Happy Madison style of “push it until it’s awkward” humor, this will likely feel lazy rather than liberating. The redeeming factor is Lauren Lapkus’ all-in energy, which can be entertaining if you just want something silly and don’t mind the rough edges.