This was worth the 10 year wait

@printsvu

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed

was I the only one shouting “GO JOSH, GO!!” when Marissa was walking out the door again. such a parallel to the first. really good job guys. ❤️

@Jeff_asaka

2 жыл бұрын

No cause I’m team April still 😤😤

@aitutoriaisgametecnologia6174

2 жыл бұрын

We were two, everything was so beautiful, nothing could stop the strength of this love.

@techwolfcave

2 жыл бұрын

Same, i was shouting in my mind, "Go chase her Jooooosh!" 😂

@rodels8535

2 жыл бұрын

same i was forsure going " GO MOVE JOSH!" lmfao

@ArnoldBayema

2 жыл бұрын

Confession : I was like dude what the f* are you waiting . Just go . And at the end I was like no... No

“I think that, if life separate us and we end up in totally different places, I’ll always remember when our paths align for this period of time and be thankful for that, and hope that wherever you are, you’ll be thankful too”

@theHannahBLISS

2 жыл бұрын

That quote cuts so deep. 10 years ago I was in a different relationship. I was young, dumb and made lots of mistakes which led us to and eventually separate in 2012. Thinking back I am so thankful that our lives aligned. Even if only for 4 years. If you ever come across this and read this, my first true love. I am so thankful for the time that our paths aligned. That is it :)

@biyuwu8894

2 жыл бұрын

Beautifully written isn’t it?

"The wrong person at the right time." Ooof, that line hit close to home...

@WondereLand_Official

2 жыл бұрын

^It. Hit. So. Hard.

As a divorcee and a single mum, I cannot believe how accurately WongFu have depicted my feelings and thoughts in so many ways. Wishing everyone who is going through a hard time to see the light at the end of the tunnel soon 🙏🏻.

@theforeignfilipino6721

2 жыл бұрын

U spoiiiilleeddd it to me without watching it wow

@summersummer1490

2 жыл бұрын

#noliethere

@biggiecheese1931

2 жыл бұрын

@@theforeignfilipino6721 don't read the comments before you finish watching

@MissOsaka

2 жыл бұрын

Needed to hear this thank you

@PatriciaPayumo06

2 жыл бұрын

Isn’t Cathy divorce now and a single mum? Very accurate huh

Cathy's acting is still amazing. She's so natural and vulnerable.

Anyone watching this now, after Cathy’s news? For her to be going through the same thing around the same time as filming is so heartbreaking. Cathy you’re so strong and brave! You’re doing amazing💕

@jiimlyy

2 жыл бұрын

What happens?

@BayMax617

2 жыл бұрын

@@jiimlyy she got divorced in real life

@wifferstess2824

3 ай бұрын

Yup. Especially after seeing her interview on AsianGirlBoss and then watching this, it felt like an eerie sense of dejavu.

Maaaajor props to Wong Fu for tackling two topics they’ve never tackled before - divorce and raising a child. Like literally, never before did they cover this. But they did it in the way they know best - staying true to their characters as people and having them tackle these huge, dense life struggles with the full force of their humanity. No one answer to divorce and single parenthood is correct because no divorce or parenthood is the same - but they had Marissa tackle everything simply and humanly. And that is, once again, Wong Fu knowing their own stories and questions light years further than us as an audience ever could.

@Jessibelle.

2 жыл бұрын

beautifully written comment; summarizes my general feelings towards the episode exquisitely!

Isla's acting career starts here folks. 😭♥️

I cried when Josh turned over when he heard Marissa's voice, as she walked in. I can't believe meeting the "one that got away" 10 years down the road.

@TheEbdatu

2 жыл бұрын

I cried too!!!! 😭😭😭

I am 38 and divorced....I also didn't imagine this 10 years ago that this would happen when I first watched "Strangers Again". Sending prayers for anyone else going through separation/divorce. 🙏💜

@jenniferma1982

2 жыл бұрын

@sokin jon Yup! Wow, totally did!

I have a feeling Marissa wont choose between Gene and Josh. Since she "rushed" and settled with Gene, I feel like at present she'll choose herself and take things slow. There's no timeline and due date for romance, right? I think Strangers Never Again would be about closure and growth for everyone.

@stefanycahyadi

2 жыл бұрын

true.. but seeing how WF usually do stuff, I have a feeling Marissa and Josh will go back to their previous ex. Maybe them meeting again give them perspectives to be the person they needed to be as they step into their next chapter in life idk

@mark_u

2 жыл бұрын

I think so too. It would be refreshing if Marissa's happy ending didn't involve reconciliation with her exes

@mor.6860

2 жыл бұрын

I see your points, but she did say, she let her shot get away. If it was a recent breakup with Josh, I can see her not going back, but ten years and a lifetime in between and the growth of both, you can see things you didn’t see before. Remember her and Gene had nothing in common at all, her and Josh do. Real Estate.

@seatheparade

2 жыл бұрын

I hope it would be! Personally I feel like if they got back together I really would suspend my disbelief cause' so far this series has taken a very realistic approach and generally people don't get back together after being split up for so long (there are exceptions ofc, it's just not the norm)! I feel like maybe they could learn and finally understand why they broke up, their respective flaws and maybe realign their approach to relationships from here with the closure they needed

@biyuwu8894

2 жыл бұрын

I feel like she’ll choose herself and Josh would get back with April and get married. Two months late but I feel like I’m right. Going to the next vid now.

I appreciate this series that I’m almost in my 30s. I use to think that romance had to be a cookie cutter relationship and it always had to end up with a happy ending or else you failed. But humans are way more complex than that and you can’t put people into boxes but to let them explore and find out for themselves who they want to be.

It's so beautiful Cathy had Isla in this!

@mendi3395

2 жыл бұрын

is she actually a single mom irl?

@herotimemedia6718

2 жыл бұрын

@@mendi3395 Cathy is very much a happy mom married to her love with Isla. This was just a skit to help the teens and kids who are now adults from the past decade of growing up to relate to maturity and finding perspective after growing up from the video of strangers from nearly 10 years ago.

@EE-ie9gm

2 жыл бұрын

@@herotimemedia6718 her real hubby is not In any of her ig now

@appletv5592

2 жыл бұрын

@@mendi3395 They actually got separated. Cathy had a story on her ig before. Not really detailed but we got the point. Just had the chance to watch this video now and I was surprised Marissa’s character suited her. 😢

When Marissa walked away after they hugged and Josh was just standing there, I got a flashback of when he did the same thing from the ending in Strangers Again. I was like bruh, go after her!! I was glad he actually did this time 😆 Seeing them meet each other again got me in the feels.

@mattorama

2 жыл бұрын

A mistake that took ten years to fix.

@dreamxpaili

2 жыл бұрын

the bushes and that angle is the same too!!

Watching this after learning about Cathy's divorce makes me tear up ... it seems like you can see Cathy's raw emotions in these scenes. Much love ❤️

I’m so happy Isla is in this! She is so adorable.

Even though a part of me wants them to end up together and live happily ever after, I also kinda hope they don't. I hope they are able to reconnect and provide each other the closure may be they both felt they never got. I also hope as they reflect on the love they once shared they also realize that they have grown and changed and are not the same people they once were when they had loved each other. And if at all possible...maybe just be friends?

@Lolhitoni

2 жыл бұрын

Omg this is crazy. Read this after posting my comment and it’s exactly what I was thinking!!!! Glad we’re on the same wavelength cuz man this is putting us in all the feels!

Based on the trailer, they will eventually meet up to talk at that bench. If I’m to put my best guess forward of the ending: they catch up on their lives of what happened to each of them in 10 years, and evaluate what didn’t work out back then with each other and with their last relationships. Then they become business partners because he’s a realtor and she remodels/flips houses, and hence they will never be strangers again. Either way even if this isn’t the ending, great job as always Wongfu! And Phil if you’re reading this, i know I’m not the first to say it but you truly have a gift for storytelling.

cathy's actual daughter - so cutee

What happened to Chris? LOL :O Also this is really encouraging as a single 25 YO. There are moments where we need to step back and realize it is okay not to rush into a relationship just because of loneliness, and even start to get financially secure/have our career figured out.

@JustLIkerapunzel

2 жыл бұрын

Well now move forward to when you're 30yo and have your career and finances figured out but no where anyone in sight to make it work with 🤣

@jameshizon4861

2 жыл бұрын

@@JustLIkerapunzel Ah okay I see. Yeah that's where the challenge really hits. If you or anyone you know is going through that, I hope that something can still go on or even find a way to enjoy the freedoms of being single. There are still hidden stories of making it work in your 30s or even 40s. :)

@theunholygamer6474

2 жыл бұрын

? And by the time you get there you will be so focused u will still be alone

@jameshizon4861

2 жыл бұрын

@@theunholygamer6474 Main point is don't rush and make wise moves.

@vanmattison4745

2 жыл бұрын

It's okay to be single. It's okay to end relationships. I have 3 ex-fiances. Sometimes even after you say yes, you have to have the wherewithal to say no. Never rush into something just because you feel like "it's what you're supposed to do at that time in your life." That's what my boyfriend did. He married the wrong person at the "right time" and had kids with said wrong person. In the divorce, she took over 70% of the marital assets, plus alimony, plus more child support than the minimum required by the state. She was able to get away with this because if he didn't agree she threatened to try to take the kids and force a custody battle that likely would have cost $50-100k in attorney and court fees. It was already so stressful, the divorce being settled out of court took about 6 months to finalize from start to finish. He couldn't imagine having it drag out any longer going to court. It's better to be lonely now than railroaded, broke and lonely sharing custody of kids with a psychotic ex-wife later. Stay strong and be patient. Being with the right person is well worth the time spent waiting just being you.

I love that Cathy’s daughter is in this! Absolutely wholesome 💖

@HigherKaiju

2 жыл бұрын

@@mendi3395 nope. She married to rich ass doctor

I was really impressed with Cathy's acting! You can see how much it's evolved since Strangers, Again. I found it really hard to connect with the Marissa from 10 years ago because it came across a bit forced on screen (no hate pls). But this time, it's so natural and there's a sense of maturity in her gestures and the way she delivers her lines. You can tell she's put a lot of thought and work into her presentation. Well done Cathy

did anyone else watch the original in their teens and is currently in their 20's? lol so nostalgic

"I had my shot and it blew up in my face" hit me so hard! I felt that when I divorced in my early 40s. Then I found love again a few years later.

Marriage really is the beginning of a whole different story! Something that requires so much more patience, humility, growth and sacrifice. But when the marriage and person is right, and when both people put their all into it, it's beautifully unreal. 💛

Chills seeing Cathy's daughter in the shorts!! Eee. Congrats!!

The meet up gave me butterflies... Wow. Can't believe it's been a decade since I discovered WFP's Strangers Again. Love the follow-up episodes. Thank you so much.

Cathy did a convincing job of acting Marissa with the “I got stronger vibe” the energy is a strong tougher character now. Definitely a more mature setting and you could see the growth difference. 👏🏻 You guys are the inspiration why I commenced my short films too 🙌🏻 Thank you Philip & Wong Fu!

Following this series and I didn't realize it's been a decade since Strangers Again and watching this right now making me feel like a roller coaster of emotions 'cause I'm on this stage of my life right now. This series hits me hard and I love it!

It’s just sad to see such a good quality story get less attention then gaming videos. I am not saying gaming videos are bad, but WongFu’s story really deserves more attention and love!

Had to pause...3 minutes and 50 seconds in...already crying. Hit me hard when Marissa [Cathy] said she never expected to be "in my 30s, divorced..." I didn't get blessed with a child but to be in my 30s and divorced...I feel I messed up...but I'm looking forward to see how her story plays out. Okay...I'm diving back in. 😭😭😭 Back again...I am definitely living in the same mindset as Cathy's character. I love love...and I love seeing my friends find their happiness...and while I agree that you don't have to be in a relationship or be with someone to be happy...that is something I've always wanted for myself. Buuuuut, with each passing year, I think it's not meant for me...as Marissa said, "it's not in my cards". Always wanted to be a mom and to be someone's someone...but it'll just be a beautiful dream for me...but I'll continue to support those around me who find their happiness WITH someone and along side someone and being someone's someone. Speaking of...congrats to Phil and Helen on becoming parents to be! Yay! So incredibly happy for you both! I've been a fan of WongFu for quite a while now...excited to see what else life bring to the WongFu Fam...so blessed to have yall share bits of your lives with us!

It’s crazy how I got into these short films when I was just 9 years old. Fast forward 10 years I’m 19 now going into my second year of college. We’ve all really come a long way!

7:43: "Just don't convince yourself that you don't deserve to be happy at all." Sometimes, we just need to hear this from a friend who truly cares. Fantastic work and worth the wait, Wong Fu Productions!

"taking something neglected & giving it a new life" WON'T STOP PLAYING IN MY HEAD NOW

The scene where Marissa calls out to Josh (10:10) was perfect - him hearing her voice again and slowing turning around. . . what a great story! Can't wait until the ending

Now I remember why I stoped watching this channel 7 year ago. I didn’t want to drown in my own tears… but I’m happy I found this channel again.

​JEEZ!! The nostalgia of watching them together makes me want to time travel. Next episode is going to be insane.

I'm connecting to Melissa so much right now. I love being able to grow older with this series. It's sheer joy.

Very refreshing to see them depict a story like that. I was anticipating Marissas husband to be dead, divorce is a reality and the way they wrote the story was very realistic.

Anyone *RELATE* to these stories so much? I've been through some tough shit in my life and it's almost as if I'm watching a video of myself sometimes...

@WhenPokemon

2 жыл бұрын

GG take care man

@ChenaN

2 жыл бұрын

100%. It’s so Phil to take such simple dialogues that hit on such a deeper level that is so relatable 🙌🏻

@bobby27

2 жыл бұрын

Single dad with a 3 yr old here, I’m kind of a marissa

@MinhPham-vg6bw

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobby27 You gotta chose between 2 women? Lucky bastard

So good 🥺💐✨

@forever_stay6793

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed T^T

that high school mind set "Cathy is hot!" back in 2005. .And she even more attractive now! 😍 Been over 10 years since I've watched a wong fu production video.. seriously time flies when you live your life through happiness, love and the struggles that come with it.

I’ve been waiting ten years just for y’all to leave us on a cliffhanger like this?! 😭

I don’t mind waiting for next episode to come out but I wanted to contribute little drop of gratitude to wongfu for such beautiful story and now after watching the finale… oh man all I can say is Well done Wongfu!!!!

The first time I watched strangers again I was 19, never been in a relationship before, so I couldn't really relate. This time I'm 29, going through the life phase & thoughts that Marissa had when she met Gene. I can feel all the feels & the worries. This story is so well written and thought out. And of course the way everything is acted out and shot - chef's kiss!

I dont know what it is but it feels like I don't even wanna know how this story goes or how the denouement will unfold. I just wanna see these OG youtubers still hanging out wiz each other pursuing their common cause and enjoying this vibe like a family after all these years.

Oh, my heart. Ten years later and the chemistry's still strong!

I have been following Cathy for a long time and all I can say is she is such a good role model, an amazing mother, and one of the most down to earth people out there. Also she’s multi talented I mean her acting is so natural is breathtaking to watch. She really inspires me 🥺♥️ Also this chapter was so beautiful,, even though I’m only 18 and can’t relate to this in any level, the feelings and explanations marissa had made it feel like I went through something similar in the past. So well written and filmed, on to watching the final chapter 😢🤍

I paused at the 6th minute to write a comment on Cathy’s acting! It’s amazing! 😍

How do they look EXACTLY the same after 10 years. It’s like they never aged

Such a great display of how your writing & camera work has improved as a production company!!

@harmoniaSINGS05

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree. I felt emotional seeing how everything overall improved, acting, writing, production, lighting, etc.

When I first saw the trailer for Strangers Never Again, I thought it would mean that Marissa & Josh would get back together. After watching parts 1 & 2, I feel like their dinner meeting will be kind of like an "eye-opener" for the both of them once they hear each other's stories and reflect on them, as well as their own history together. Marissa will reconcile with Gene, while Josh reconciles with April. This is my guess, but I could be completely wrong aha. Anyway, enjoying the story and I can't wait to see what happens next week!!

@taz874

2 жыл бұрын

yh feel like you may be right. Don't see Marissa and Josh getting back together. Not sure if Marrisa and gene will get back together since it seems their relationship was never really working but definitely feel like Josh and April will be getting back together

@bradcha5413

2 жыл бұрын

I hope they don't get other, just stay good friends

@mariee_e

2 жыл бұрын

I like this take

Great show so far. Phil is a really really good actor. He should lead the role more often

*walks into a house that has Josh’s face on a sign that says “Realtor”* “wHaT aRe yOu dOiNg hErE???”

That anticipation as Marissa stood outside the door, I felt so excited yet anxious at the same time. Then the moment they both saw each other again, tears ❤️ Love this so much

I’m so curious if the Marissa storyline is based off of Cathy‘s existing life 🥺 Isla’s dad is no where or be found on her IG

@am2287

2 жыл бұрын

My thoughts exactly!

@YY-os5ub

2 жыл бұрын

They did split up

@appletv5592

2 жыл бұрын

They split up after this. Cathy had it in her IG. But not so much details.

@hyoyeonsliver

2 жыл бұрын

nah she just confirmed it on her q&a on her ig today, it was just a coincidence

That’s such a great shot of Cathy!

It's very nostalgic to watch this series because seeing Cathy and Philip aged over the years, and it reminds me of people around us that are going through the different stages of life too, varying from changing jobs, getting married, having a kid, getting divorced/break-ups, rediscovering yourself again and keep moving forward, etc. Life is rough, man. But these are the moments that make us grow and become a better person than we were yesterday.

…watching this after finding out Cathy and Michael split :/ everything she’s saying sounds so real.

@kingcal52

Жыл бұрын

Who are Cathy and Michael?

@chowacow

11 ай бұрын

@@kingcal52 Actress that plays Marissa is Cathy, and her ex is Michael

I love this Short!!!! i love the little easter egg's youve been giving us also... when Marissa dropped the shoeboxes on the ground i was like "Hey Josh did that in Strangers, Again!". Its crazy when we watched Strangers, again we were 10 years younger and now watching Strangers Never Again feels like watching it all over but with a mature mindset... kinda like rewatching a old movie and getting a new perspective out of it and seeing and understanding things that never made sense before... thanks Wong Fu for everything you do for your fans WE LOVE YOUR WORK!!!

Cathy's acting is super on point!! I hope they elarn something from each other in retrospect of their past relationship, like finally get some closure after so long~

AHH I LOVE THIS Josh and marissa reunion is the warmest and sweetest. The comfort I felt seeing them again 🥺🥺 unforgettable, I teared up

You guys really know how to leave it on the cliffhanger. I just love marissa portrayal and side of her life story! I honestly hope that she realizes what a great person josh is and they rekindle their friendship and grow to love each other again! :)

It’s interesting to see both their perspectives and seeing the differences. Makes them so relatable. Cause everyone goes through different stages on their lives and not every relationship is perfect.

5:32-5:35 anyone else catch the "Lara Jean" lol idk if it was intentional but it was cute. Also really love this series so far and can't wait to see the last chapter. Was tearing up thinking about how far Wong Fu has come and so proud to have been here all these years watching and supporting ❤️❤️❤️

Omgoshhh baby Isla in the film 😍😍😍 she’s a natural!!!

10 years ago, I was 15 years old, this is such a glow up series! Looking forward for more!!

that's her daughter in real life!❤️

*It’s been like 10 years since the first Strangers Again right?* I remember watching that in my early 20’s 🤩🙌

how did i only find this out! SO much depth, and a very human, approachable narrative. Quality, and quality multiple times over.

Holy shit it’s the exact same scene with Marissa walking out the door and Josh looking out in the distance except 10 years later

yet another great video by Wongfu. Can't wait for part 3. Also Phil is seriously such a good actor

you guys have no idea the insight this has given me. truly great project and unreal that 10 years later the storyline of this is so relatable. No spoilers but part 3 was amazing

Oh my goodness.... what a heart felt episode. I really can't wait for the finale!

I think its the first time i see Marissa speak in this. So good!! Touching as always. Cant wait to see what happens next)

Had to go ahead and purchase the finale. Great mini series, lots of perspective, and thankful for you all returning to this story

I’m so glad you guys kept the same staff most youtubers are back stabbing friends and it’s good to see people like you guys keeping the same family around.

Ahhh the feels...Wong Fu productions has done it yet again. I feel like I'm going through the same stages as the main characters... Keep up the great work

This was so damn relatable. And it made me SO nostalgic - I'm in the same age bracket as them and I can't even express all of the feelings and how stoked I was to see a follow up a decade later.

Would love to see Cathy in more series please! Love her!

Hey "Strangers! Never Again" will we forget how amazing this is!

I love hearing Marissa’s perspective. So well done as always, Wong Fu, especially as a sequel to such a beloved short. Just purchased the third part. This quality of work deserves support! 🎉

I could relate so much in this story, myself being 33 & still single watching all my friends got married with kids. Most of the time I feel fine being alone, but there's always that small part of me that wants to settle down & start a family. But it wasn't easy to find that life partner.

This is amazing~ ahh I wish I were a patron so that I could watch all the episodes rn 🥺 Also when Isla made an appearance I literally screamed, she's so adorable, looks so much like Cathy

you guys have always been amazing at storytelling, I love you guys work and watching this series is bringing back so much nostalgia.

love this so much. wongfu never fails to amaze me with the fresh and relatable storylines. really appreciate the hard work and talent of the writers, actors, and everyone involved in the making.

I'm 20, was worried about my future especially in the aspect of love but this is kind of an eye opener as someone who thought "I don't think love is for me". Awesome stuff.

I'm so touched...damn it has been 10 years and I didn't expect this new episode!!! I learnt English from Wongfu more than 10 years ago, and now i'm in LA...can't believe that

I've already seen this last week when I bought the whole thing because I realized I really couldn't wait for a whole week!!! Decided to watch it on KZread for the OG experience, hehe. SO BEAUTIFUL THANK YOU

Can't believe it's been that long since the last one. Loved how they initially met while jogging and now meet again while jogging. Lovely touch!

It's 3am from where I am. And I have work in a few hours. But I just have to watch as it premiered!! ☺️

This brought back memories of old Wong Fu Productions!! Thanks for making a sequel! 🙏

Can’t wait. Glad you guys are doing a part 2 because I love and enjoy watching the first one. Can’t believe it had been that long since the last one. Good job guys and continue with awesome videos 👍😊😊😊

@werew3

2 жыл бұрын

Wait part 2? Isnt this like an 8part story that expands on the original first - strangers, strangers again and strangers never again now..? Or you can buy to watch the whole thing in one sitting or wait each sunday to watch a part?

Woooow literal goosebumps from watching this. So much nostalgia from strangers again so long ago. Can’t wait for the finale!

OMG, this is soooo amazing!! This is so nostalgic and amazing to watch Josh 💕 Marissa again. 🥰

I'M NOT CRYING, I'M NOT CRYING 😭😭 Also, Josh telling Marissa that he's happy for her after he found out about her divorce was the best line ever. Who came up with that line? Congratulating someone for a divorce instead of being awkward about it has to be the best way to handle smth that should be more normalized. I love that they threw this plot into the story.

Bro this was worth the time! Smh I’m just as invested from the first series of this! Great job again Wong Fu!

Omg this is awesome. Happy they made this series. Love everything WongFu does! Thank you for doing this. 👏🏻👍🏻

I watched the original series when I was in middle school, never being in a relationship before! Watching this as an adult having gone through some relationships is like the craziest experience, but I feel like a kid again, rooting for Josh and Marissa! 💕