Hollywood fans are nothing less than sharp-eyed detectives, following every casting decision to fuel their fan fantasies. But sometimes the stars go a bit overboard, making it hard to ignore the obvious. For example, when experienced actors team up with co-stars young enough to be their protégés. The latest culprit is Netflix’s Lonely Planet, where the age differences are bigger than the plot twists. Fans raise their eyebrows when they notice an eerie coincidence and wonder if it’s a romance or just a midlife crisis.
A fan quoted a Netflix update on X about an upcoming movie and noticed a trend, Big little lies Actresses team up with co-stars decades younger than them. The post humorously challenged Reese Witherspoon to follow suit in her next film and enchant audiences with another sparkling romance. The majority agreed and called for the Age difference phenomenon. While many pointed out that this was nothing new, the caption left many wondering if Hollywood’s May-December romances were becoming a tired cliche.
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The trend shows no signs of abating, as the actresses from the 2017 black comedy continue to work with younger co-stars. As Vanity Fair reported, Oscar winner Nicole Kidman is set to star in another, similar romance titled Baby Girl. Reese Witherspoon has also done this before. Back homewhich makes her upcoming film Lonely Planet with Liam Hemsworth seem like a piece of cake.
The sharp-eyed fans made a satirical swipe at the other actors of Big little lies Dramedy.
Neitizens soon noticed how May-December romances conquer Hollywood
With the troupe’s rapidly growing popularity, fans are betting their bottom dollar that Reese Witherspoon’s next romance will be with Noah Centineo. And why not? Meanwhile, some wags are calling for the one and only Meryl Streep, 75 and aging like a fine wine, to join the cast and join her former co-stars.
Some others couldn’t get enough of “Fun” Anne Hathaway love and her role in the latest blockbuster, The idea of youwith Nicholas Galitzine.
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Regardless, as summer turns to fall, Netflix has its fan base covered. Serving up a swoon-worthy adventure with Lonely Planetwhich will be released on the platform on October 11th, the streamer has it under control. Starring Reese Witherspoon and Liam Hemsworth, the romantic getaway, Lonely Planet should be the perfect choice to make yourself comfortable on cool autumn nights.
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What do you think about the trend highlighted by netizens on X? How excited are you for Lonely Planet? Let us know in the comments below.