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Chapter Two (1979)

“It's not supposed to happen twice in your life, but it can.”

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Free

Plot

In the heart of the bustling literary world, George Schneider, a forty-two-year-old esteemed novelist, finds himself entangled in the throes of grief following the untimely demise of his beloved wife, Barbara. Their twelve-year marriage, now an echoing memory, casts a shadow over George's ability to embrace the joys of life anew. Simultaneously, the vivacious and charming actress Jennie MacLaine grapples with the fresh wounds of a sorrowful divorce from her husband, Gus. As two caring souls caught in their respective maelstroms of heartache, George and Jennie are urged by their well-meaning confidantes to move forward. George's brother Leo, and Jennie's best friend Faye, themselves a pair once entwined by passion, conspire to nudge the grieving novelist and the newly single actress towards the uncertain path of new love. A string of disastrous blind dates later, George and Jennie are hesitant to meet, fearing yet another bitter disappointment. In a surprising twist of fate, however, the pair find themselves unexpectedly drawn to each other. Their encounter sparks a whirlwind romance that rapidly blossoms into a profound courtship, culminating in a hasty decision to marry. As Jennie prepares to step into their shared life, she becomes acutely aware of the risks of loving a man still tethered to his past. The reality of their situation becomes agonizingly apparent as they honeymoon in the very resort where George once created cherished memories with Barbara, and Jennie finds herself moving into a house still echoing with their shared love. As they navigate the complexities of their new life together, the looming spectre of George's past love threatens to drive a wedge between them. Will they succumb to the shadows of the past, or find strength in their newfound love? In this touching narrative, "Chapter Two" explores the intricate dance of moving on and embracing love in the wake of loss.

Where to watch Chapter Two?

Chapter Two is a comedy movie featuring James Caan and directed by Robert Moore.

Chapter Two is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Tubi TV.