In the film New Year's Eve, New York City provides the setting for the ensemble romantic comedy.
Released in 2011, New Year's Eve was directed by Garry Marshall and written by Katherine Fugate. It follows several interconnected stories taking place in New York during December 31. The plot threads involve relationships, family tensions, work, illness, forgiveness, and the city's famous midnight celebration.
The film uses recognizable New York locations and the Times Square Ball Drop as major visual elements. Its large cast includes Halle Berry, Jessica Biel, Jon Bon Jovi, Robert De Niro, Josh Duhamel, Ashton Kutcher, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Michelle Pfeiffer. The structure connects separate characters rather than focusing on one central protagonist.
The title can be confused with the general holiday or with other films about New Year's celebrations. This question refers specifically to the 2011 Garry Marshall movie titled New Year's Eve. It is also distinct from the 1981 film New Year's Evil, which is a horror film with a different story and setting.