50 First Dates

Henry Roth is a veterinarian in Oahu, Hawaii, who enjoys the freedom of single life. He spends his days working at Sea Life Park and flirting with tourists, committed to avoiding serious relationships.

Henry has been saving for a boat trip to Bristol Bay, Alaska, where he plans to study walruses in their natural habitat. This dream reflects his passion for wildlife research and the underwater behaviors of walruses.

During a sailing adventure, Henry's boat, the 'Sea Serpent', suffers a broken mast. This incident forces him to dock on a nearby shore, altering the course of his plans.

While waiting for his boat repairs, Henry visits the Hukilau Cafe and meets Lucy Whitmore, an enchanting young woman. He is instantly infatuated, yet uncertain about approaching her.

The next day, when Henry returns, he is shocked to discover that Lucy has no memory of their previous encounter. Lucy's condition, Anterograde amnesia, prevents her from forming new memories.

To cope with Lucy's condition, her father Marlin and brother Doug engage in elaborate rituals. They recreate the day of her accident with Sunday newspapers and repeated viewings of a football game.

Despite the warnings regarding Lucy's amnesia, Henry invites her to breakfast, which leads to a misunderstanding and emotional fallout between the two. This incident sets back their burgeoning connection.

Determined to see Lucy again, Henry finds creative ways to cross paths with her. He is encouraged when Lucy begins singing 'Wouldn't It Be Nice', indicating she might be starting to regain connection.

Their normalcy is shatteringly disrupted when a police encounter concerning Lucy's expired car registration reminds Henry of the harsh reality of her situation. This event heightens the stakes of their relationship.

In a bid to help Lucy reconnect with her past, Henry creates a video diary documenting her accident and their time spent together. This heartfelt effort reveals Henry's deepening commitment to Lucy and her recovery.

Faced with the knowledge that Henry considers abandoning his plans for Alaska, Lucy makes the painful decision to erase him from her life entirely. This heartbreak shatters Henry's hopes for their future.

As the departure date approaches, Henry learns Lucy is adapting to life at a brain injury institute and even teaching art. This news brings a bittersweet feeling as he plans to leave.

With newfound hope, Henry races to see Lucy, eager to rekindle their connection. To his surprise, he discovers Lucy has been dreaming of him and painting portraits of him despite her memory loss.

One morning, Lucy wakes up to a video tape labeled 'Good Morning Lucy'. The tape details her past and culminates in revealing their wedding, offering Lucy a poignant glimpse of her life with Henry.

In a heartwarming resolution, Lucy finds herself aboard Henry's boat in Alaska. Ready to embrace her life with her husband and their daughter Nicole, she has begun a new chapter full of promise.