Directed by Michael Day, the romance comedy film ‘How Hard Can It Be’ centers on Mallory, an ambitious New York reporter, who is assigned to a story on the Best Small Town in America, sending her to Alabama. Mallory stays at a BnB run by Robin and her charming son Wren, a former Marine who is partial to his home but finds Mallory’s confidence alluring. Beneath her exterior, Mallory’s warm side is revealed as she bonds with the community, especially Wren. Zeke, Mallory’s best friend and Hollywood heartthrob, visits her there and challenges her to rethink what she really wants.
‘How Hard Can It Be’ stars Anna Schafer (as Mallory Logan), Jack Kesy (as Wren), Kate Flannery (as Robin Kirkpatrick), and Matt Barr (as Zeke Jamison).
Written by Marlana Hope, ‘How Hard Can It Be’ is produced by Jim Klock, Autumn Federici, and Jake Helgren. Production companies are Ana Vera Films and The Ninth House.
The film’s cinematography is by Horacio Martinez, the music is by Jojo Draven, with editing by Kevin Kauffman.
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Additional cast include Jim Klock (as Bart), Elle Haymond (as Samantha), Paulina Alvarez (as Iris), Autumn Federici (as PTA Patty), Taylor Shurte (as Bethany), Tywayne Wheatt (as Dan), Allegra Novikov (as Savannah), and Phil Baker (as Leny).
Quiver Distribution will release ‘How Hard Can It Be’ in theaters on September 25, 2026.
Anna Schafer is most known for Elizabeth Blue and Brighton Beach. Jack Kesy is most known for Hellboy: The Crooked Man, 12 Strong, and Claws. Kate Flannery is most known for The Office. Matt Barr is most known for Walker: Independence, Hatfields & McCoys, and Blood & Treasure.
