The highly-anticipated Freaky Friday sequel is officially in the works, with Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis set to reprise their roles as mother and daughter. The idea for the sequel came about after Curtis noticed the interest from fans while promoting Halloween Ends, leading her to reach out to Disney to discuss the possibility of another film. The original Freaky Friday, released in 2003, centered around Lohan’s character, Anna, and Curtis playing her mom, Tess, who switch bodies after eating magic fortune cookies. The two actresses have expressed their excitement for the project and their desire to make something that fans will love.
Reflecting on the original film for its 20-year anniversary, both Curtis and Lohan had positive things to say about each other’s performances on set. Curtis praised Lohan’s acting abilities, describing her as “fluid” and impressive as an actress. Lohan, in turn, recalled Curtis taking her under her wing during the production, particularly when preparing for a kissing scene. Both actresses have shared fond memories of working together on the first film and are excited to collaborate once again for the sequel.
In addition to Lohan and Curtis reprising their roles, a casting call revealed some plot details for Freaky Friday 2, including the introduction of a new character, Harper, who is described as a snarky 14-year-old. The sequel will also feature a storyline involving Harper’s mother, Anna, who is set to marry a British restaurateur, leading to conflict with his own 14-year-old daughter, Lily. The film is set to explore the dynamics between the two teenage girls and their families, adding a new layer of humor and drama to the story.
Nisha Ganatra will take over as director for the sequel, with Jordan Weiss penning the script. Ganatra is known for directing heartfelt comedies such as The High Note and Late Night, while Weiss has worked on projects like Dollface. The production team is excited to bring a fresh perspective to the Freaky Friday franchise while maintaining the charm and humor of the original film. There are also hints that Lohan’s band, Pink Slip, from the first movie may make a return, adding another nostalgic element for fans to enjoy.
Lohan confirmed the sequel during a radio interview in March 2024, expressing her excitement for the project without revealing too much about the plot. She hinted at some surprises in store for fans and teased that both she and Curtis are looking forward to reuniting for the film. With a talented team behind the scenes and the original stars onboard, Freaky Friday 2 is shaping up to be a highly-anticipated sequel that will delight fans of the beloved mother-daughter body swap comedy. Stay tuned for more updates as the production progresses towards its release date.
