Before she became a business mogul and wellness icon, Jessica Alba was lighting up movie screens with her effortless charisma — and her role in Good Luck Chuck remains one of her most memorable romantic performances.
Released in 2007, the comedy paired Alba with comedian Dane Cook in a hilarious and heartfelt story about love, luck, and second chances.
In the film, Alba plays Cam Wexler, a lovable and clumsy penguin expert who becomes the target of a peculiar curse: every woman who dates dentist Charlie Logan (Cook) finds her soulmate right after him.
What follows is a mix of chaos, chemistry, and comedy as Charlie tries to break his streak — and win Cam’s heart for good.
Jessica Alba shines throughout the film, bringing genuine warmth and humor to her role. Her comic timing, natural sweetness, and emotional depth made her performance stand out, balancing the film’s outrageous premise with relatable sincerity.
Alba’s chemistry with Cook added a real spark, turning Good Luck Chuck into more than just a romantic comedy — it became a story about love’s unpredictability and the beauty of imperfection.
Beyond the screen, Good Luck Chuck showcased Alba’s ability to switch between genres with ease — from action films to romantic comedies — proving her as one of Hollywood’s most versatile leading ladies of the 2000s.
The film may be packed with slapstick humor and absurd twists, but it’s Jessica’s presence that gives it heart, reminding viewers why she remains a fan favorite to this day.