Joel Courtney recently joined director Andy Delaney for a new Moviefone interview about their romantic comedy 40 Dates and 40 Nights, which opened in theaters on June 26 and becomes available On Demand June 30.

The film stars Bailee Madison as Leah Jones, a struggling romantic who accepts a wager from her aunt, played by Annie Potts: go on 40 dates in 40 nights to find true love. Joel Courtney stars as Mason, opposite Madison in a story built around romance, comedy, friendship, and the messy search for connection.

In the interview, Joel talked about his first reaction to the screenplay and how he approached playing Mason. He described reading the script first as both an actor and a fan, looking for whether the story pulled him in and kept him turning the pages. For Joel, the humor and heart of Sarah Howard’s script gave him room to discover Mason scene by scene.

Joel also discussed building Mason and Leah’s relationship on screen with Bailee Madison. The two had known each other casually before filming, and Joel said that working together on set in Houston came together naturally. He credited Madison’s talent and collaboration, along with Delaney’s direction, for giving the cast room to play, explore, and find authentic moments between the characters.

Director Andy Delaney praised the casting of Joel Courtney and Bailee Madison, saying the production “struck gold” with the two leads. The movie also features Luxy Banner, Jai Rodriguez, and Annie Potts, adding a mix of romantic comedy energy and veteran screen presence to the ensemble.

Fans can read the full Moviefone interview for more from Joel Courtney and Andy Delaney on the making of 40 Dates and 40 Nights, including Joel’s thoughts on Mason, working with Bailee Madison, and finding the right chemistry for the film.

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Joel Courtney recently joined Popternative to talk about his new romantic comedy 40 Dates and 40 Nights, starring alongside Bailee Madison.

In the interview, Joel discusses how he approaches each role as its own story while still bringing a developed acting process to the work. He also talks about finding the heart of Mason, his character in 40 Dates and 40 Nights, and why grounded comedy works best when audiences can laugh with the characters while still caring about what they are going through.

40 Dates and 40 Nights follows Leah, played by Bailee Madison, who accepts her grandmother’s unusual challenge: 40 dates in 40 nights in exchange for a full year of rent. Along the way, awkward dates, unexpected sparks, and honest self-reflection force her to confront what may really be standing in the way of love.

The film stars Bailee Madison, Joel Courtney, Jack Schumacher, Luxy Banner, Eric Nelsen, Jai Rodriguez, and Annie Potts. It is directed by Andy Delaney and written by Sarah “Howie” Howard.

40 Dates and 40 Nights released in select theaters on June 26 and arrives On Demand on June 30.

Watch the short Joel-focused interview clip above, then continue below for the complete Popternative conversation with Joel Courtney and director Andy Delaney.

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A new review from Disappointment Media takes a look at 40 Dates and 40 Nights, the new romantic comedy starring Bailee Madison, Joel Courtney, and Annie Potts.

The review describes the film as an entertaining romantic comedy that embraces many of the genre's familiar conventions while benefiting from the charm and chemistry of its cast. Joel Courtney's performance is highlighted alongside Bailee Madison's, with the pair bringing warmth and likability to the story's central romance.

Directed by Andy Delaney and written by Sarah Howard, 40 Dates and 40 Nights follows Leah Jones (Bailee Madison), who agrees to an unusual challenge: forty dates in forty nights in exchange for a year's worth of rent. Along the way she meets Mason, played by Joel Courtney, and discovers that finding love may be less complicated than overcoming her own expectations. The film opened in select theaters on June 26, 2026, before its digital release on June 30.

If you're a fan of Joel Courtney's work in Super 8, The Kissing Booth, Jesus Revolution, and Soul on Fire, this latest romantic comedy showcases another side of his range with an easygoing, charismatic performance.

You can read the full review here:
40 Dates and 40 Nights: I'd Take That Bet

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Joel Courtney is giving fans a closer look at the chemistry at the center of 40 Dates and 40 Nights, the new romantic comedy now playing in theaters.

In a new Yahoo Entertainment interview, Joel discusses how the bickering between Mason and Leah is not just comic tension. It is part of what makes their connection work. He explains that the back-and-forth between the two characters gives the relationship its energy and helps build the story’s emotional payoff.

The film pairs Joel Courtney with Bailee Madison in a romance that leans into sharp dialogue, awkward moments, and the kind of push-pull that drives a good romantic comedy. Joel’s take on the characters adds another layer to the movie and helps show why the friction between them matters.

40 Dates and 40 Nights also stars Annie Potts and Jodi Lyn O'Keefe. The film opened in theaters on Friday, June 26, and the interview gives fans a better sense of how Joel approached the role and what he sees in the story.

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40 Dates and 40 Nights, the new romantic comedy starring Bailee Madison, Joel Courtney, and Annie Potts, received a strong press mention from Martin Cid Magazine.

The article describes the film as a romantic comedy built around a sharp, modern premise: Leah, played by Bailee Madison, accepts her grandmother’s challenge to go on 40 dates in 40 nights in exchange for a full year of rent.

Joel Courtney is highlighted as a key part of the story, playing the man who disrupts Leah’s carefully counted dating experiment. Martin Cid Magazine describes Joel’s character as “the complication the math did not account for,” positioning him as the person who forces Leah to confront whether love can really be reduced to a numbers game.

The film is directed by Andy Delaney, written by Sarah Howard, and distributed by Brainstorm Media. Bailee Madison also produces alongside Randy Wayne. The cast includes Bailee Madison, Joel Courtney, Annie Potts, Jai Rodriguez, Jack Schumacher, Eric Nelsen, Bethany Geaber, Mia Challis, Sterling Knight, and Mark Hapka.

For fans of Joel Courtney’s work in Super 8, The Kissing Booth films, Jesus Revolution, Soul on Fire, and The Messengers, 40 Dates and 40 Nights offers another opportunity to see Joel in a romantic comedy setting with a strong ensemble cast.

40 Dates and 40 Nights begins its limited theatrical release on June 26, 2026, before arriving on demand at the end of the month.

Read the full Martin Cid Magazine article here: 40 Dates and 40 Nights: Bailee Madison takes 40 dates for a year of rent, now in theaters.

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The official trailer for 40 Dates and 40 Nights has arrived, starring Bailee Madison and Joel Courtney.

Released by Brainstorm Media, the upcoming 2026 romantic comedy gives fans a first look at the chemistry, humor, and heart behind the film. Joel joins an exciting cast in a story filled with relationships, challenges, and unexpected moments along the way.

Watch the official trailer below:

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