She's All That

Zack Siler returns from spring break to find that his girlfriend, Taylor, has left him for a reality TV star named Brock. This shocking revelation leaves Zack heartbroken and determined to prove that he can easily replace her.

In a display of bravado, Zack vows that any girl at their high school could take Taylor's place as his girlfriend. His friend Dean challenges him to prove it by making a random girl prom queen in six weeks, leading Zack to accept the challenge with enthusiasm.

Dean chooses Laney Boggs, a reclusive art student, as the target for Zack's challenge. This choice seems daunting as Laney is known for being reserved and unapproachable, presenting a significant challenge for Zack.

Zack makes several attempts to befriend Laney, but each time he is met with resistance. However, Zack's persistence pays off when he recognizes her artistic talents and convinces her to meet him at a local theater lounge for a performance.

At the theater lounge, Laney tries to discourage Zack by dragging him on stage but ends up being unexpectedly charmed by his improvised hacky sack routine. This moment marks a turning point in their budding friendship and attraction.

Zack successfully convinces Laney to join him and his friends for a fun day at the beach. This outing becomes a crucial bonding experience that further deepens their connection and helps Zack's plan to transform her for prom.

Mack, Zack's sister, takes it upon herself to give Laney a stunning makeover. This transformation reveals Laney's hidden beauty and marks her transition from a shy art student to a prom queen contender.

As prom season heats up, Taylor tries to win Zack back, but he finds himself increasingly drawn to Laney. The tension escalates when Laney is nominated for prom queen alongside Taylor, intensifying the competition.

In a vulnerable moment, Zack shares his personal struggles with Laney, including family pressures and the loss of his mother. This heartfelt conversation strengthens their bond but also leads to an awkward moment when Laney jokes about needing his vote for prom king.

Zack steps up to defend Laney when her brother Simon faces harassment at school. This act of loyalty further reveals Zack's feelings for Laney and highlights the growing complications in their relationship.

On prom night, Zack is unable to reach Laney and instead attends with his sister, sharing a moment of poignancy and heartache. Meanwhile, Laney's father encourages her to reconsider attending with Dean, which she reluctantly agrees to.

Zack is crowned Prom King alongside Taylor, but his joy is overshadowed by his desperation to reach Laney. Despite his victory, Zack's true feelings for Laney push him to seek her out amidst the celebrations.

The morning after prom, Laney finds Zack waiting for her outside her home. They reminisce about the previous night, and Zack finally reveals his true feelings through a heartfelt dance, culminating in a long-awaited kiss.

During graduation, Zack gives a mysterious speech that hints at his true feelings and the bet that started everything. His impassioned address earns thunderous applause and a bright smile from Laney, reinforcing their connection.