In the midst of a nasty public breakup of married movie stars, a studio publicist scrambles to put a cap on the escalating situation as the couple's latest film has found it's only print kidnapped by the director.

Despite its famous cast, the movie lacks sympathetic characters and is only funny in spurts.

'America's Sweethearts' divides audiences sharply. Supporters praise its charming, good-natured tone, superb ensemble cast, and witty Hollywood satire that cleverly skewers celebrity commodification. However, critics cite unoriginal, predictable writing with flat dialogue, non-existent chemistry between leads, and tedious pacing that bores rather than entertains. Individual performances split opinion, with Roberts and Cusack earning praise while others appear uncomfortable. The comedy's effectiveness depends entirely on viewer sensibilities, making this lightweight rom-com a polarizing experience.