Movie Couple Therapy: THE PRINCESS BRIDE’s Westley and Buttercup

If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor BetterHelp. Go to for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a licensed professional specific to your needs. How do fairytale relationships differ from reality? Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright are taking a look at Westley and Buttercup’s relationship from The Princess Bride. Besides geeking out about a childhood classic, they talk about the difference between fairytale and real-life relationships and what pointers Jonathan would give to Westley and Buttercup if they existed outside of a fairy tale. Alan shares why The Princess Bride is so beloved to this today. Hint: it’s a perfect movie! Support us! Patreon: Merch: Internet Dads Popcorn: Cinema Therapy is: Written by: Megan Seawright, Jonathan Decker, and Alan Seawright