Title: The Ex Factor [all rights reserved for both example title, overall written & cinematic concepts, whether movie or series.]
Genre: Comedy / Heist / Female Ensemble
Logline: Three ex-wives of the same Southern California elite come together, bonding over shared heartbreak and discovering an undeniable friendship. When they decide to pull off a daring jewelry heist in Waikiki, their ultimate goal isn’t riches—it’s revenge, as they frame their charming but oblivious ex-husband /lover for the crime.
Main Characters:
• Cassandra (early 40s) – Confident, elegant, and shrewd, she’s a high-powered attorney who’s done with love and ready for adventure.
• Maya (mid-30s) – Quirky, artsy, and free-spirited, she’s a jewelry designer who finds herself stuck in a creative rut.
• Ally (late 20s) – Sweet, a bit naive, and an influencer on the rise, she’s got a big heart and a lot to learn about relationships.
• Liam (male lead, 45-55) – Charismatic, charming, and well-connected, Liam is the kind of guy people love and hate equally. Once a real estate mogul, now a motivational speaker. (Suggestions: George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Ryan Gosling)
Scene 1: Opening at a Gala in Beverly Hills
INT. BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL BALLROOM – NIGHT
The ballroom is decked out in luxury, packed with Hollywood’s elite. CASSANDRA (40s, stunningly poised) stands alone near the bar, sipping a martini, scanning the crowd with a slightly detached expression.
Across the room, MAYA (30s, bohemian and vibrant) and ALLY (late 20s, bubbly and glamorous) also linger, equally alone.
NARRATOR (V.O.)
In a city where everyone’s somebody, three remarkable women stand out, each sharing an unexpected connection they’re about to discover.
Scene 2: The Realization
INT. UPSCALE CAFE, SANTA MONICA – DAY
Cassandra, Maya, and Ally sit together, laughing over coffee, sharing anecdotes about their lives.
CASSANDRA
(leaning in, laughing)
And the worst part? He used to say, “Life’s a journey, babe. Just enjoy the ride.”
ALLY
(surprised)
Wait… Liam says that exact thing to me, too!
They all pause, realization dawning.
MAYA
(nods, smirking)
Did he also have that ridiculous mantra about how you “complete him”?
A beat as the truth sinks in.
ALLY
Oh my god… we were all with Liam.
A stunned silence, then an explosion of laughter.
Scene 3: The Plotting Begins
EXT. SANTA MONICA PIER – SUNSET
The three walk along the pier, now bonded by shared heartbreak and betrayal.
MAYA
I think we owe it to ourselves to make him pay. But… I don’t want revenge. I want him to regret ever meeting us.
CASSANDRA
(smirking)
Why don’t we give him a reason to remember us?
ALLY
Excuse me? Are you suggesting… a crime?
MAYA
(whispering, leaning in)
What if we pulled off a heist… and made sure Liam got all the credit?
They share a mischievous look, emboldened by the outrageous idea.
Scene 4: Planning the Heist
INT. WAIKIKI VACATION RENTAL – NIGHT
The trio gathers around a dining table cluttered with blueprints, jewelry store photos, and maps.
ALLY
(nervously excited)
Alright, so we walk in, grab what we can, and get out. Quick and easy.
CASSANDRA
(nods, businesslike)
Maya, your job is to disable the alarms. I’ll handle the timing. Ally, you keep us covered.
MAYA
(smirking)
And remember, we leave just enough of a trail to frame Liam.
Scene 5: The Heist
INT. WAIKIKI JEWELRY STORE – NIGHT
The store is dark and silent. Dressed in sleek black, Cassandra, Maya, and Ally slip inside, moving quickly and precisely. They disable alarms, grab the most valuable jewels, and plant evidence linking Liam to the crime.
NARRATOR (V.O.)
Three women, one shared history, and a heist that’ll make him unforgettable.
Scene 6: The Aftermath
INT. HONOLULU POLICE STATION – DAY
Liam, bewildered and confused, sits in a holding cell, listening as a detective explains the evidence pointing to him.
Meanwhile, from across the street, Cassandra, Maya, and Ally watch with satisfied smiles.
ALLY
So, ladies… same time next year?
They share a laugh, savoring their victory.
FADE OUT.
End Title Card:
The Ex Factor
Credits Roll
Interested in taking this project from ‘concept to Hollywood Red carpet’ email: david@ DHBHSuites.com 💍✔️
