Long Story Short (2021 film)

Long Story Short is a 2021 Australian romantic comedy film directed and written by Josh Lawson. The film stars Rafe Spall, Zahra Newman, and Noni Hazlehurst.

The plot revolves around Teddy (played by Spall), a man who is given a magical wedding gift that causes him to jump forward in time to the same day, but one year later. He finds himself repeatedly jumping forward on his anniversary, missing out on significant events and milestones in his life and relationships.

The film explores themes of time management, commitment, and the importance of cherishing everyday moments. Teddy must learn to live in the present and appreciate his relationship with Leanne (played by Newman) before he loses her completely to the constantly accelerating timeline.

Released theatrically in Australia in February 2021, Long Story Short received mixed reviews. While some praised its lightheartedness and performances, others criticized its predictable plot and reliance on familiar time-loop tropes.