Drew Barrymore, known for her role in the rom-com 50 First Dates, recently shared that the film almost had an alternate ending. Released in February 2004, it is based on a true story.
Some romantic films in Hollywood remain evergreen even years after their release. Drew Barrymore, known for her role in the 2004 rom-com 50 First Dates, recently shared that the film almost had a different ending compared to the usual one.
During a recent episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, the actress revealed to Drew’s News contributor Ross Matthews that 50 First Dates originally titled 50 First Kisses was initially written as a drama set in Seattle.
While the final version of the film ends with Whitmore regaining her memory after watching a videotape made by Roth and later reuniting with him and their daughter, the original conclusion is not very happy.
In the original ending, Whitmore tells Roth, “You should go and live your life because this is no life here,” Barrymore recalled. Roth then leaves but returns later, walking into the restaurant and simply saying, “Hi, I’m Henry.” The film concluded with this scene.
Released in February 2004, 50 First Dates grossed $198.4 million at the global box office. The movie won Barrymore and Sandler a People’s Choice Award for favorite on-screen chemistry.
The movie, 50 First Dates offered a romantic perspective on neurological injury ( Lucy Whitmore in the film has amnesia). It showcased love as a force that is capable of creating new beginnings especially after someone’s life changes after a tragic accident.
