This long-forgotten, very gay movie is suddenly trending on Netflix
Star Wars. Ben-Hur. Casablanca. These movies always have a following.But Monster-in-Law? The forgotten romcom, at the time of this writing, has inexplicably landed on the coveted Netflix Top Ten list.For anyone needing a recap (and let’s face it, that’s probably most of you), the movie debuted in theaters in 2005 amid major hype.
It marked two-time Oscar-winner Jane Fonda’s return to the screen after a 15-year absence, and paired her with Jennifer Lopez–then one of the biggest stars on the planet.The plot followed a controlling talk show host (Fonda) determined to ruin her son’s relationship with his fiance (Lopez), lest she end up old, abandoned, and miserable.
A then-rising star named Wanda Sykes also turned up in the pivotal role of Fonda’s assistant.Related: The queerest things coming to Netflix in April 2022Critics savaged the movie on release for its mean-spirited premise, scattershot tone, and dumb jokes.
Audiences showed a bit more kindness, lifting the film to a $154 million gross. Lopez received a nomination for a Worst Actress Golden Raspberry Award, which seemed to cap off the movie’s less-than-golden legacy.Now Monster-in-Law has made an unlikely comeback, and Twitter has thoughts.
