The Proposal is a 2009 American romantic comedy film directed by Anne Fletcher and written by Peter Chiarelli. The film features a talented ensemble cast, including Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Mary Steenburgen, Craig T. Nelson, and Betty White. The movie follows the story of Margaret Tate, a high-powered book editor, and Andrew Paxton, her assistant, who embark on a journey to convince Andrew's family that their engagement is real.
Main Cast
The main cast of The Proposal includes:
- Sandra Bullock as Margaret Tate, a demanding and ruthless book editor who is facing deportation back to her native Canada due to her expired visa.
- Ryan Reynolds as Andrew Paxton, Margaret’s assistant who is initially hesitant to pretend to be her fiancé but eventually warms up to the idea.
- Mary Steenburgen as Grace Paxton, Andrew’s mother who is warm and welcoming to Margaret.
- Craig T. Nelson as Joe Paxton, Andrew’s father who is a bit gruff but has a soft spot for his son.
- Betty White as Grandma Gammy, Andrew’s eccentric and outspoken grandmother who becomes fast friends with Margaret.
Supporting Cast
The supporting cast of The Proposal includes:
- Aasif Mandvi as Bob Spaulding, Margaret’s rival book editor who is trying to poach Andrew from her.
- Malin Åkerman as Gertrude, Andrew’s ex-girlfriend who is still pining for him.
- Denis O’Hare as Mr. Gilbertson, a bumbling immigration officer who is tasked with verifying Margaret and Andrew’s engagement.
- Michael Nouri as Chairman Bergen, the head of the publishing company where Margaret and Andrew work.
| Character | Actor/Actress |
|---|---|
| Margaret Tate | Sandra Bullock |
| Andrew Paxton | Ryan Reynolds |
| Grace Paxton | Mary Steenburgen |
| Joe Paxton | Craig T. Nelson |
| Grandma Gammy | Betty White |
Reception and Box Office
The Proposal was a commercial success, grossing over 317 million worldwide on a budget of 40 million. The film received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the chemistry between Bullock and Reynolds. The movie holds a 44% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with an average rating of 5.1⁄10. The site’s consensus reads: “Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds exhibit plenty of chemistry, but they’re let down by a predictable and unevenly paced romantic comedy.”
Accolades
The Proposal received several award nominations, including:
- Two Teen Choice Awards for Choice Movie: Romantic Comedy and Choice Movie Actor: Romantic Comedy (Ryan Reynolds)
- Two People’s Choice Awards for Favorite Comedic Movie and Favorite Comedic Movie Actress (Sandra Bullock)
- A Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Comedy or Musical (Sandra Bullock)
What is the plot of The Proposal?
+The Proposal follows the story of Margaret Tate, a high-powered book editor, and Andrew Paxton, her assistant, who pretend to be engaged in order to convince Andrew’s family that their relationship is real.
Who plays the lead roles in The Proposal?
+The lead roles in The Proposal are played by Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds, who star as Margaret Tate and Andrew Paxton, respectively.
