The Back-Up Plan
2010, English. Directed by Alan Poul.
Fall in love, get married, have a baby. Not necessarily in that order.
When Zoe tires of looking for Mr. Right, she decides to have a baby on her own. But on the day she's artificially inseminated, she meets Stan, who seems to be just who she's been searching for all her life. Now, Zoe has to figure out how to make her two life's dreams fit with each other.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 1,521 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 14 May 2010
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Kate Angelo
- Budget
- $35M
- Box office
- $77M
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The Back-Up Plan: quick answers
Is The Back-Up Plan worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 1,521 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Back-Up Plan?
The Back-Up Plan runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does The Back-Up Plan have a post-credits scene?
Yes. The Back-Up Plan has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
The Back-Up Plan parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Back-Up Plan is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Back-Up Plan on?
The Back-Up Plan isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Back-Up Plan?
If you liked The Back-Up Plan, try Valentine's Day, Relationship Goals, No Strings Attached.
Who directed The Back-Up Plan?
The Back-Up Plan (2010) was directed by Alan Poul and stars Jennifer Lopez, Alex O'Loughlin, Michaela Watkins.