Actor Emma Roberts paired opposite comedian Matt Rife in new film Marriage Material
Hollywood actor Emma Roberts and comedian Matt Rife are set to star in the romantic comedy 'Marriage Material'. Producers launched worldwide sales of the film at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival.'Marriage Material' will be directed by Trish Sie, known for her works like 'Players' and 'The Sleepover', and the screenplay will be written by Ben Agron and Brandon Feldman, according to a report by Variety.advertisementAs reported by Variety, the plot of 'Marriage Material' follows the founder of a dating app, whose deadbeat husband's alimony payments are bleeding her dry, so she must use it to find him a new wife before her company goes public.
BuzzFeed Studios' president, Richard Alan Reid, told Variety,' 'Marriage Material' is a fresh, fiercely funny romantic comedy with an undeniable heart.' He added, 'Emma and Matt are a comedy duo that audiences worldwide will enjoy. We're delighted to be partnered with Capstone Studios, and believe that with its bold humour, irresistible charm, and modern twist on love, 'Marriage Material' is poised to become a global crowd-pleaser."The 34-year-old actor was last seen in the 2024 comedy film 'Space Cadet' and is best known for her performances in 'American Horror Story' and 'We're the Millers'.Matt Rife, who will be opposite Roberts, is currently on his biggest comedy tour to-date with his 'Matt Rife: Stay Golden' tour.Must Watch
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