When Harry Met Sally... almost ended without the lead characters falling in love, as originally envisioned by director Rob Reiner. The initial idea was for Harry and Sally not to end up together, reflecting Reiner's own doubts about finding love after being single for a decade. However, a pivotal meeting with his future wife during the film's production led Reiner to change the ending to a more romantic one.
In a behind-the-scenes discussion, it was revealed that the first draft of the script did not have Harry and Sally getting together. Both Reiner and co-collaborator Nora Ephron initially preferred this 'true' ending but ultimately decided on a happier conclusion where the lovebirds unite at a New Year's Eve party.
