Serving Sara (2002) Apr 2026

Filming was famously halted for two months when Matthew Perry checked himself into rehabilitation for prescription painkiller addiction. Director Reginald Hudlin managed the delay by filming as many scenes as possible that did not require Perry's presence.

Released on August 23, 2002, is a romantic comedy that arrived at the peak of Matthew Perry’s Friends fame. Despite its high-profile leads, the film is often remembered more for its troubled production and critical reception than for the movie itself. Plot Overview Serving Sara (2002)

Perry improvised much of his character’s witty and sarcastic dialogue to inject more humor into the script. Cast & Crew Highlights REVIEW: "Serving Sara" pointless and tasteless Filming was famously halted for two months when