One Fine Day

One Fine Day

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March 17, 2026 · 1h 12m · Season 5 · Episode 38

About this episode

Jackie and Danielle celebrate Jackie’s birthday by revisiting the 90s rom-com classic One Fine Day, exploring its charm and relatability.

Two single parents, one chaotic Manhattan day, and a rom-com that asks: what if the worst day of your life turned into the start of something magical? Jackie and Danielle celebrate Jackie’s birthday by revisiting the 90s rom-com classic One Fine Day —the film where George Clooney and Michelle Pfeiffer juggle careers, kids, and absolute New York City chaos. On this episode of No More Late Fees , the former Blockbuster employees dive back into the fast-paced 1996 romantic comedy to see if this underrated gem still delivers the charm. Between missed field trips, runaway goldfish, and a city-wide parenting relay across Manhattan, Jackie and Danielle unpack the movie’s funniest moments, most relatable parenting struggles, and the undeniable chemistry between its two leads. The hosts also share personal nostalgia tied to the film, including why this movie has become Jackie’s unofficial birthday tradition. Along the way, they break down fascinating behind-the-scenes trivia—from the surprising actors who were originally considered for the lead roles to the real story behind how George Clooney landed the part. They also discuss Roger Ebert’s less-than-enthusiastic review, the film’s…

People in this episode

Hosts: Jackie, Danielle

Topics covered

  • romantic comedy
  • parenting
  • nostalgia
  • film analysis
  • 90s cinema

Keywords

  • One Fine Day
  • rom-com
  • George Clooney
  • Michelle Pfeiffer
  • 90s movies
  • parenting struggles
  • nostalgia

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Blockbuster

Books & works: One Fine Day

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