Pete Davidson, Ella Purnell to Star in Rom-Com ‘That Time We Met’ From ‘Theater Camp’ Director Nick Lieberman, WME Independent Selling at AFM

Pete Davidson and Ella Purnell Star in Rom-Com ‘That Time We Met’

Nick Lieberman, director of the 2023 mockumentary Theater Camp, is set to direct his second feature film, the cosmic romantic comedy That Time We Met. The film stars Pete Davidson (Saturday Night Live, The Pickup) and Ella Purnell (Fallout, Yellowjackets).

Project Details and Synopsis

Written by Mitchell Winkie, who previously penned the 2021 rom-com The Ultimate Playlist of Noise, That Time We Met tells the story of a new couple who discover their unborn child is destined to save humanity's future.

“The only problem is they’ve just had their first date and now they fucking hate each other.”

The film is described as a "cosmic" romantic comedy, promising a unique blend of humor and sci-fi elements.

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Summary

This upcoming rom-com offers a fresh take on love and destiny with a comedic sci-fi twist, showcasing strong talent both in front of and behind the camera.

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Variety Variety — 2025-11-04