The actor who became a household name after transforming from glasses-wearing artist to prom queen in 1999’s “She’s All That” is now getting personal with her latest project. Rachael Leigh Cook stars in a new romantic comedy on FOX called “There She Goes.” The film is special because it borrows real moments and feelings from Cook’s own journey of becoming a 1990s movie star and figuring out love afterward.
What Is the Real Story Behind ‘There She Goes’?
The movie follows Molly (played by Cook) , a famous actor known for a hit teen romance film in the ‘90s. She became famous overnight, but 25 years later, she feels let down by love. She is in an easygoing relationship with a tech businessman named Ezra (Ryan Hansen) . When she returns to her small hometown to plan a party for her parents, she runs into her high school sweetheart, Advay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) . They had not spoken in decades, and suddenly Molly has to decide between her safe present life and the “what if” of her past.
The film’s writers, Charles Hood and Seth Goldsmith, based this story loosely on Cook’s real life. Cook herself said the film borrows from parts of her life and career. In real life, Cook became a star after “She’s All That” came out in 1999. She also made a famous anti-drug commercial that aired during the Super Bowl. Like her character Molly, Cook knows what it feels like to be a 1990s icon trying to find real happiness later in life.
From Real Life to the Movie Screen
Cook is not just the star of this movie. She is also a producer through her company Ben’s Sister Productions. She worked closely with FOX Entertainment Studios to get the story right. Hannah Pillemer, a top executive at FOX, said Cook has a warmth and honesty that made her perfect for the role because she actually lived through some of these situations.
This project is part of a multi-year deal Cook signed with MarVista Entertainment (which FOX owns) back in 2023. The deal lets her create stories that matter to her personally. Cook said she has spent most of her life in front of the camera, and she is now excited to explore projects with deep backstories and fresh ideas for audiences who enjoy feel-good movies.
Where and When To Watch ‘There She Goes’
“There She Goes” premieres on the FOX network on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) . It is a two-hour feature film made for television.
Global Release Guide:
- United States: FOX (Thursday, May 28, 8/7c)
- India: The movie will likely be available on streaming platforms like Disney+ Hotstar (which carries FOX content) or VOD services following the US broadcast. Check local listings for exact times on May 29.
- United Kingdom: FOX UK or streaming on NOW/Sky. Usually airs shortly after the US release.
- Canada: Available on CTV or CTV Sci-Fi Channel, or streaming on Crave.
- Australia: Available on FOX8 via Foxtel or Binge.
The film was shot in Beacon, New York. In the spring of 2024, film crews took over Main Street and the historic Mount Gulian site to film the small-town scenes. If you watch closely, you will see real New York streets in the background.
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Who Else Is in the Movie?
Besides Rachael Leigh Cook, the movie has a strong lineup of actors. Utkarsh Ambudkar, known for his role in the TV show “Ghosts,” plays the old flame Advay. Ryan Hansen, who starred in “Party Down,” plays the rich boyfriend Ezra.
The supporting cast also includes Lea DeLaria from “Orange Is The New Black,” Becky Ann Baker from “Girls,” Mark Linn-Baker from “Succession,” and Sakina Jaffrey from “Billions.” The movie is directed by Charles Hood, who also co-wrote the script.
This is a story about second chances and whether life can imitate the movies we grew up watching. Tune in to FOX on May 28 to see Rachael Leigh Cook tell the most personal story of her career.
