A recently released entry on Netflix’s 2024 movie schedule has been making waves on the streamer as of late, and it’s a flick by the name of A Family Affair . This film brings together Nicole Kidman , Zac Efron and Joey King for a breezy tale intended to convey love and generate laughs. Considering the star power that’s attached to the production, it’s no surprise that it’s earning so much attention.
I’d argue, however, that it could’ve really turned heads in another way. Both Kidman and Efron (who were perfect for this film, according to the director) recently revealed that their film nearly had a more NSFW title, and I’m honestly glad it was changed. It’s no secret that movies can go through a lot of changes throughout the development process and, in many cases, titles end up changing.
For instance, at one point, Ridley Scott ’s Alien was to be called Star Beast . And Pretty Woman – one of the best romantic comedies of all time – was simply going to be titled $3,000 . When it comes to Richard LaGravenese’s A Family Affair , the OG moniker was a bit more blunt.
Zac Efron and Nicole Kidman divulged the one-word title as follows: Nicole Kidman : Originally, it had a different title. Zac Efron : It was called Motherf----- Kidman : Beeped out. Somehow that didn't make it onto the Netflix title.
That certainly would’ve been a very “distinctive” title for the film and, admittedly, it does roll off the tongue a bit better. But, as the Big Little Lies.
