Plot

In the romantic comedy "Runaway Bride", journalist Ike Graham (Richard Gere) is known for his ability to craft witty and insightful columns at the last minute. However, when he meets Maggie Carpenter (Julia Roberts), a small-town baker with a peculiar habit of leaving her fiances at the altar, his reputation as a cynic is put to the test. Ike's story about Maggie's supposed serial bride-to-be behavior sparks national attention, leading him to travel to her hometown in search of a scoop. As he delves deeper into her life, Ike finds himself drawn to Maggie's charm and vulnerability, despite their initial rocky start. As they spend more time together, Ike begins to uncover the reasons behind Maggie's mysterious disappearances on her wedding days. He discovers that each groom had his own flaws, which ultimately led to Maggie's decision to flee. With every new revelation, Ike finds himself falling for Maggie, but he struggles to reconcile his growing feelings with his professional skepticism. Meanwhile, Maggie is torn between her attraction to Ike and her fear of getting hurt again. As the truth about her past and present becomes clearer, Maggie must confront her own doubts and insecurities to determine if she's ready to take a chance on love. The film's climax features a clever twist that challenges both Ike's perceptions and his profession as a journalist. In the end, "Runaway Bride" is a heartwarming exploration of trust, vulnerability, and the power of true love to overcome even the most stubborn of obstacles.

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