The Sidekick

Logline: When her actress best friend starts dating a co-star, Maggie's feelings take an unexpected turn. Will she chase a cross-country promotion or risk (another) friendship for love?

This queer love letter to the romcom features two for the price of one: a fake dating scheme between the “leads,” and a slow-burn friends to lovers tale — if THE SIDEKICK finally steps into the spotlight.

Genre: Romantic comedy

Pages: 103

Status: Spec

• Finalist, Female Voices Rock Film Festival 2024

  • Winner announcement May 3

• Semifinalist, Los Angeles International Secreenplay Awards - Diversity Initiative VIII

• Semifinalist, Imagine This Women’s Film Festival 2024

• In the top 25% 20% 13% 9% 5% of active projects on Coverfly

• Received a Double Recommend on Stage 32

• Currently in consideration at:

  • Big Break 2025

  • Wscripted's Cannes Screenplay List

  • Stage 32 Female Driven Screenwriting Contest

  • ISA Diversity Initiative

  • The Women's List