'Prom Dates' (2024) air date, plot, full cast and how to stream Hulu's rom-com movie
Movie name: Prom Dates
Platform: Hulu
Date of Release: May 3, 2024
Country of Origin: United States
Genre: Rom-com
Director: Kim O Nguyen
Full Cast List: Julia Lester, Antonia Gentry, JT Neal, Jordan Buhat, Zión Moreno, Terry Hu, John Michael Higgins, and Chelsea Handler
'Prom Dates' is a rom-com following the last-minute antics of two friends, Jess (Antonia Gentry) and Hannah (Julia Lester), as they scramble to secure prom dates. The screenplay is written by D J Mausner and directed by Kim O Nguyen.
Shooting for 'Prom Dates' began in 2023 in Syracuse, New York. The movie is produced by American High, Hartbeat Productions, and LD Entertainment.
In November 2023, Hulu acquired the distribution rights for 'Prom Dates,' setting May 3, 2024, as the film's release date.
What is the plot of 'Prom Dates'?
'Prom Dates' follows the story of two friends, Jess and Hannah, who made a pact as 13-year-olds to experience the perfect senior prom together. However, their plans unravel when they both unexpectedly break up with their partners just one night before the prom.
Now, with only one night left, they must find the ideal date for themselves in a hilarious turn of events as they look for an ideal partner for their senior prom.
The official synopsis of the film reads, “Prom Dates” follows best friends Jess and Hannah, who made a pact at 13 to have the perfect senior prom. Despite the impending changes that college will bring over the next four years, the two are committed to honoring their prom pact."
The synopsis further states, "But with only 24 hours left before the big event, everything falls apart when they break up with each of their dates. Jess and Hannah are left with one night to find new dates and live out their middle-school fantasies"
Main cast of 'Prom Dates'
Julia Lester
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Julia Lester is an American singer and actress best known for her performance in 'High School Musical: The Musical: The Series' where she played the character of Ashlyn Caswell, the main lead of the series.
On stage, she played the character of Little Red Riding Hood in the Broadway classic 'Into the Woods'. 'Prom Dates' marks her debut lead role in a feature film.
She identifies as queer and has been in a relationship with Ilana Wolpert since 2022.
Antonia Gentry
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Antonia Gentry is an American actress residing in New York, recognized for her portrayal of Virginia Miller in the Netflix series 'Ginny and Georgia.' She landed the role shortly after graduating from drama school.
Antonia Gentry discovered her passion for acting at the age of 5 and pursued her interest by studying drama at John S Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School in Augusta, Georgia. She continued her education in drama at Emory University.
'Prom Dates' is her first lead role in a feature film.
Chelsea Handler
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Chelsea Handler is an actor and stand-up comedian recognized for her outspoken political activism. She has been a vocal advocate for various causes, including abortion rights.
In 2010, Chelsea Handler was ranked 98 on the Forbes Celebrity 100. She is known for her shows 'The Chelsea Handler Show' which came out in 2006 and lasted two seasons and 'Chelsea Lately' which was a late-night comedy show that aired for 1000 episodes till 2014.
The sitcom 'Are You There, Chelsea?' on NBC was based on her book. In 2016, she also filmed a documentary for Netflix called 'Chelsea Does'.
How to stream 'Prom Dates'?
'Prom Dates' can be exclusively streamed on Hulu for viewers in the United States starting Friday, May 3, 2024.
The platform offers both ad-free and ad-inclusive versions. The ad-inclusive version costs $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year.
The premium package is priced at $17.99 per month for an ad-free experience.
'Prom Dates' Trailer
'Prom Dates' is streaming on Hulu from May 3, 2024