Anna (Amy Adams) is a meticulous planner who decides to take advantage of an Irish tradition that allows women to propose to their boyfriends on Leap Day. She travels to Dublin to surprise her longtime boyfriend, Jeremy, but a storm forces her to detour to a small Irish village. There, she reluctantly teams up with Declan (Matthew Goode), a cynical but charming innkeeper, who agrees to help her reach Dublin—for a price. As they journey through the Irish countryside, unexpected obstacles and comedic mishaps bring them closer together.

Along the way, Anna’s perspective on love begins to change as she and Declan develop undeniable chemistry. Despite her original plan, she starts questioning whether Jeremy is truly the right man for her. When she finally reaches Dublin and gets the chance to propose, she realizes her heart belongs elsewhere. Returning to Ireland, she confesses her feelings to Declan, leading to a heartfelt and romantic conclusion, proving that sometimes, the best plans are the ones that go awry.

Leap Year is a romantic comedy film directed by Anand Tucker, released in 2010. The film stars Amy Adams as Anna, a young woman eager to get married to her boyfriend. When he doesn’t propose, Anna decides to take matters into her own hands. Following an Irish tradition that allows women to propose to men on leap day, February 29, she travels to Dublin to propose to her boyfriend on that special day.

However, her journey takes an unexpected turn when she encounters a series of travel mishaps and ends up in the company of Declan, a cynical Irish innkeeper played by Matthew Goode. As they journey across the beautiful Irish countryside to reach Dublin, the initial antagonism between Anna and Declan slowly turns into affection, leading Anna to question her intentions and feelings.

Leap Year is noted for its picturesque Irish settings and the charming chemistry between its leads. While it follows the typical conventions of a romantic comedy, the film’s engaging performances and scenic backdrops make it a delightful and heartwarming watch. The movie explores themes of love, destiny, and discovering true desires against the backdrop of cultural traditions and beautiful landscapes.