Dennis Lake is making a sequel to The Bride of Marsh Man and needs Alicia to reprise her role. Alicia is willing to overlook her hatred of Dennis only if Neil is allowed to direct. Dennis talks Neil's father into investing in the film.
Neil finds Alicia's diary. He reads that she has to end their relationship. During their 197 days anniversary party, they break up after a fight. Some time later, Alicia runs into Neil who is set to marry another woman.
Director Dennis Lake puts Neil in charge of publicity and into a roach costume. He runs into high school rival Brad Schimmel bragging about his job and fiancee Amy (Lisa Kudrow). Neil invites them to dinner to show off Alicia.