Kelly Clarkson and Justin Guarini were contractually obliged to participate in this movie because of their commitment to American Idol: The Search for a Superstar (2002).
The film set a record for the shortest gap between theatrical premiere and home video/DVD release: 29 days.
Kelly Clarkson begged American Idol: The Search for a Superstar (2002)'s creator to let her out of the contract for this film. She never desired to be an actress and would rather the part have gone to an actress who actually wanted it.
The production company would not allow screenings for critics.
Listed among the 100 Most Enjoyably Bad Movies Ever Made in "The Official Razzie® Movie Guide."