"Serious Moonlight" is a 2009 American black comedy film directed by Cheryl Hines, starring Meg Ryan, Timothy Hutton, Kristen Bell, and Justin Long. The plot centers on Louise, a successful attorney, who discovers her husband Ian is leaving her for another woman. In a desperate attempt to save their marriage, she duct tapes him to the toilet. The situation escalates when burglars invade their home, adding complexity to the tense and darkly comic scenario. The film explores themes of betrayal, love, and reconciliation with a mix of humor and drama but received generally negative reviews from critics, highlighting its tonal inconsistencies. It was released by Magnolia Pictures in December 2009.