The romantic comedy film 'Sleepless in Seattle' was released in the United States, starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan.
Young Sam meets Annie at school, they fall in love and later get married. 8 years later Sam is left a widower with young Jonah.
Sam's wife, and mother of Jonah, dies of cancer, leaving Sam to raise Jonah alone in Seattle.
At a young age, Jonah calls a national radio talk show to find a new wife for his father, Sam, and talks about how lonely his father is.
Sam calls into the radio show that Jonah phoned and talks about being a widower and his life in Seattle, sparking interest among listeners, especially Annie.
Annie, a Baltimore journalist, hears Sam's radio interview and becomes intrigued by him and his story, feeling a connection despite the distance.
Annie unsuccessfully tries to reach Sam through various attempts and contemplates traveling to Seattle.
Annie goes to Washington D.C. with her friend Walter; during this time Walter tries to help Annie move past her current relationship and think about Sam.
Annie decides to travel to Seattle to find Sam after being encouraged by Walter and hears about Sam’s life firsthand.
Sam and Jonah attend a gathering near the Seattle clock tower where people have come after hearing the radio show.
Annie and Sam finally meet at the top of the Seattle Space Needle during the Father’s Day gathering.
Sam and Annie share candid moments after meeting, signaling the start of a potential relationship.