Streaming giant Netflix has unveiled the first-look photos of its highly anticipated romantic comedy, Irish Wish, featuring Lindsay Lohan in the leading role. Playing Maddie, a determined woman charting her own path in the world, Lohan returns to her rom-com roots after her successful stint in Netflix’s 2022 release, Falling for Christmas. The new film, set to start streaming from March 15, sees Maddie daring to dream of a happy ending with her longstanding crush.
Lindsay Lohan Plays Maddie: A Woman Learning to Stand on Her Own
During her recent conversation with Tudum, Lohan revealed some fascinating insights about her character, Maddie. “Maddie’s one of the only characters I’ve played, who’s a woman on her own making her way in the world…” she shared. Maddie, initially portrayed as quite insecure and unsure of herself, grows and evolves throughout the film: “She really comes into her own by the end”, Lohan added.
Diving Into the Plot of Irish Wish
Irish Wish unfurls in the enchanting landscape of Ireland. Maddie, heartbroken after the love of her life proposes to her best friend, braces herself to be a bridesmaid at their wedding. But as she makes a spontaneous wish for true love shortly before the big day, she wakes up as the bride-to-be herself. As Maddie navigates this unexpected twist of fate, she comes to realize that her real soulmate might be someone else entirely.
This is the movie’s page on Netflix: Irish Wish
Behind the Scenes of Irish Wish
Directed by Janeen Damian and penned by Kirsten Hansen, Irish Wish boasts a talented ensemble cast. Alongside Lohan, Ed Speleers, Alexander Vlahos, Ayesha Curry, Elizabeth Tan, Jacinta Mulcahy, and Jane Seymour star in the movie. The rom-com is executive produced by a team comprising Lindsay Lohan, Kirsten Hansen, Janeen Damian, Amanda Phillips, James Townsend, Galen Fletcher, Steve Berman, Bryan Bordon, and Bader Shammas. The film is produced by Brad Krevoy and Michael Damian.
Wrapping Up
Irish Wish promises an enchanting journey of self-discovery alongside an exploration of love in its different forms. Mark your calendars for March 15 and join Maddie’s adventurous pursuit of true love on Netflix. Get ready for a binge-laden evening and make sure to check out more amazing content at HitPlay.