Our Little Secret Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Two exes, now dating siblings, must pretend they don’t know each other at Christmas while accidentally ingesting edibles and dealing with everyone else’s secret affairs, because apparently small towns are just soap operas with snow.

🍿 Our Little Secret: Detailed Plot Synopsis

A Breakup Before London

Avery and Logan have been together since childhood, but Avery is ready to move to London for work. Logan tries to propose, but she breaks up with him, leaving him heartbroken. She feels he is pushing her to settle down too soon, while Logan thinks she is running away from commitment. This initial conflict sets the stage for their reunion ten years later.

Christmas Reunion and a Secret

Ten years later, Avery returns to her hometown for Christmas. She and Logan unexpectedly meet again, each with new partners – who turn out to be siblings. To avoid awkwardness with the overbearing mother of their partners, Erica, Avery convinces Logan to keep their past a secret. This decision leads to a series of comedic mishaps as they try to navigate the holidays while hiding their history.

Helping Each Other and Unintentional High Jinks

Logan, an architect, is trying to win a business proposal with Stan, Erica’s friend. Avery, skilled in business proposals, helps Logan in exchange for his help in winning over Erica. Avery accidentally eats THC gummies and gives a hilarious, drug-induced speech at church. The mishaps continue as Avery later blames Erica’s dog for eating her prized cookies, leading to more secrets and complications.

Secrets Revealed and Relationships Unravel

Christmas Eve dinner brings a whirlwind of revelations. Avery and Logan’s history is exposed, Erica’s husband is caught having an affair, and Avery’s boyfriend admits to sleeping with someone else. These revelations cause chaos and lead Avery to leave the Morgan house, with her relationship dissolving. The web of secrets and infidelities surrounding the Morgan family come to light in dramatic fashion.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Avery (Lindsay Lohan): Avery is a driven woman who returns home for Christmas and reconnects with her ex while navigating the complexities of dating her new boyfriend, who turns out to be the brother of her ex’s girlfriend.
• Logan (Ian Harding): Logan is Avery’s childhood friend and ex-boyfriend, now a real estate developer, who finds himself navigating a complicated Christmas with his ex and their new relationships.
• Erica (Kristin Chenoweth): Erica is the overbearing and judgmental mother of Cameron and Cassie, who is skeptical of Avery and unknowingly becomes a pawn in Avery and Logan’s attempts to keep their past a secret.
• Cameron (Jon Rudnitsky): Cameron is Avery’s boyfriend, who is somewhat oblivious and insecure, leading to relationship drama and a confrontation regarding his past.
• Callum (Jake Brennan): Callum is the mischievous younger brother of Cameron and Cassie who uses his knowledge of Avery and Logan’s secrets to his advantage, adding comedic complications.
• Mitchell (Henry Czerny): Mitchell is Avery’s supportive father, who provides emotional support and ultimately helps facilitate Avery’s reconciliation with her past and Logan.
• Sophie (Ash Santos): Sophie is Cameron’s ex-girlfriend whose return complicates matters and exposes hidden truths within the interconnected relationships of the main characters.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Logan: “Avery, don’t run away from your past.” – Logan encourages Avery to buy her childhood home, urging her to confront her memories instead of avoiding them.
• Avery: “This is insane. We’re dating siblings and we dated.” – Avery expresses her shock and disbelief at the awkward situation she and Logan find themselves in.
• Avery: “I ate Erica’s cookies and blamed it on the dog.” – Avery confesses to Logan about eating Erica’s cookies because she had the munchies after accidentally eating a THC gummy.

💰Box Office

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💥 Our Little Secret Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so ‘Our Little Secret’ isn’t going to win any awards, but I have to admit, I was pleasantly surprised! Seeing Lindsay Lohan back on screen, doing what she does best, was a total nostalgia trip. The part where she accidentally ate those edibles at church and started singing “Celebration” had me laughing out loud. It’s cheesy, it’s predictable, but sometimes that’s exactly what you need for a cozy night in. Plus, Kristin Chenoweth as the overbearing mom? Comedy gold!

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of Lindsay Lohan”
  • “Lovers of cheesy Christmas rom-coms”
  • “Viewers looking for light-hearted holiday entertainment”
  • “Those who enjoy ensemble casts and family dramas”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Infidelity themes”
  • “Mild language”
  • “Drug use (accidental consumption of THC gummies)”
  • “Some suggestive content”

Professional Reviews

• FilmFocus: “While ‘Our Little Secret’ offers a familiar holiday rom-com experience, it’s elevated by Lohan’s charm and Chenoweth’s comedic timing. The plot is predictable, but the performances keep it afloat. If you’re a fan of the genre, it’s a pleasant watch, but don’t expect anything groundbreaking.
• IndieWire: “A surprisingly heartwarming film with genuine moments. The family dynamics, though sometimes exaggerated, add depth to the story, making it more than just another holiday romance. Lohan and Harding have decent chemistry, and the supporting cast delivers solid performances.

Audience Reactions

Lindsay Lohan’s comeback is a total win!: Viewers loved seeing Lindsay Lohan back in her element, bringing her classic charm to a lighthearted rom-com.

Kristin Chenoweth steals every scene she’s in!: Chenoweth’s performance as the overbearing mother was a standout, providing much-needed comedic relief.

Overall Consensus: A lighthearted and predictable holiday rom-com that benefits from the charm of Lindsay Lohan and the comedic talents of Kristin Chenoweth.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “This is the third and final movie of Lindsay Lohan’s contract with Netflix, following ‘Irish Wish’ (2024) and ‘Falling for Christmas’ (2022).”
• “The movie was filmed in Atlanta, Georgia.”
• “Aliana Lohan, Lindsay Lohan’s younger sister, is a talented singer and songwriter and contributed to the soundtrack for this movie.”

🖥️ How to Watch Our Little Secret?

Our Little Secret is currently available to stream on Netflix. Unfortunately, there are no options for purchase or rental on platforms like Prime Video or Apple TV as it is a Netflix exclusive. Check your local Netflix availability to confirm access.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Our Little Secret, you might like these similar films:

• Four Christmases (2008): Both movies feature a couple navigating the chaotic and stressful experience of spending Christmas with multiple family members.
• The Family Stone (2005): Deals with dysfunctional family dynamics during the holiday season, with secrets and relationship tensions coming to the surface.
• Anyone but You (2023): Features exes who have to pretend to be together, similar to the ‘fake relationship’ trope, which leads to rekindled feelings.

🛒 Our Little Secret Related Products

• Hallmark Channel Countdown to Christmas Collection [DVD]: A collection of feel-good, family-friendly Christmas movies perfect for those who enjoy the heartwarming themes of “Our Little Secret”. These movies all feature heartwarming, family-friendly christmas movies
• Freaky Friday (2003) [Blu-ray]: Relive another iconic Lindsay Lohan movie. This is a great addition to your personal movie library.
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🎧 Soundtrack

Our Little Secret features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Celebration” – performed by Kool & The Gang
• “Jingle Bell Rock” – performed by Various Artists
• “A Holly Jolly Christmas” – performed by Burl Ives

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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