Love Potion #9

Love Potion #9

Year: 1992

Runtime: 92 min

Language: English

Director: Dale Launer

FantasyComedyRomance

When unlucky-in-love chemist Paul Matthews seeks the guidance of mystical Madame Rosa, he's gifted Love Potion No. 9, a magical elixir making him irresistibly charming for four hours. As Paul and his animal psychologist coworker Diane test the potion, they discover their newfound charm - but it's each other they're most drawn to, complicating their awkward yet undeniable attraction.

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Timeline – Love Potion #9 (1992)
Trace every key event in Love Potion #9 (1992) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Paul's Heartbreak

Late one evening, Paul Matthews, a despondent biochemist, visits Madame Ruth, a gypsy palm reader. To his dismay, she predicts no romantic prospects in his future, leaving him frustrated and heartbroken.

Evening
2

The Love Potion Encounter

Madame Ruth offers Paul a vial of 'Love potion number 8,' instructing him to dilute it extensively before use. Although skeptical of its effects as a scientist, he pockets the potion, intrigued by the possibility.

3

Bar Rejection

At a bar with his friends, Paul is challenged to flirt with a beautiful woman but faces an embarrassing rejection. This incident further deepens his feelings of inadequacy in the realm of romance.

Bar
4

Diane's Frustrating Evening

Meanwhile, Diane Farrow struggles home in her unreliable car, only to receive a ticket from Officer, a police officer. This event adds to her already overwhelming day as she encounters her boyfriend Gary shortly after.

Diane's home
5

Unexpected Company

Paul's friends send a hooker named Marisa to cheer him up following his bar incident. As they share a drink, Paul carelessly discards the love potion, unaware of the chaos it will soon create.

Paul's apartment
6

The Cat Conundrum

Paul's curious cat discovers the discarded love potion and consumes it. This leads to an unexpected visit by a horde of male cats, demonstrating the potion's inexplicable influence.

Paul's apartment
7

Successful Experiments

The next day, Paul excitedly shares the unexpected results of his test with Diane, leading them to experiment on a female chimpanzee in their lab. The experiment validates the potion's effect on attraction, greatly surprising them both.

Next day Lab
8

Diane's New Charm

As Diane uses the potion to charm Officer on her way home, she experiences immediate success when he asks her out instead of ticketing her. This newfound confidence begins to change her interactions.

After the lab experiment Street
9

Gala Invitation

Diane captures the attention of Enrico Pazzoli during her errands, who gifts her an extravagant diamond necklace. This unexpected gesture leads her to accept his invitation to a gala honoring Prince Geoffrey.

Gala
10

Paul's Newfound Power

Realizing he can attract women by merely speaking, Paul steers through a night filled with sorority sisters, enjoying the intoxicating influence of the potion. However, his thrill is short-lived as chaos ensues from his reckless actions.

11

Love Confession

During a planned romantic weekend, Paul attempts to propose to Diane, only to be heartbroken when she reveals her love for Gary. Devastated, he resolves to expose Gary's true nature without tipping Diane off.

Weekend getaway
12

Potion Fallout

Marisa unexpectedly samples the love potion in Paul's apartment, creating chaos when she gains undeniable attraction from those around her. They soon realize that Gary has gotten ahold of the remaining potion.

Paul's apartment
13

Madame Ruth's Warning

Desperate for stronger influence, Paul returns to Madame Ruth, who presents him with 'Love potion number 9.' She warns him of dire consequences should Diane's affections not be genuine, adding weight to his decision.

14

Wedding Chaos

As Diane's wedding to Gary approaches, Paul faces increasing challenges in his quest to win her back. When they all converge at the chapel, the situation escalates into a whirlwind of misunderstandings.

Chapel
15

Truth Prevails

During the chaotic wedding ceremony, Paul fights through the commotion to confess his feelings to Diane. As the crowd is bewildered, Diane finally recognizes Paul as her true love, culminating in a heartfelt resolution.

Chapel

Last Updated: October 25, 2024 at 08:53

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