Lisa Kudrow, Mira Sorvino starrer Romy and Michele's High School Reunion sequel in production
Washington DC, June 9
The anticipated sequel to the 1997 cult classic comedy Romy and Michele's High School Reunion is officially in production, reported Deadline. Original stars Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino are attached to the 20th Century Studios project, which will stream exclusively as a Hulu Original.
20th Century Studios shared the announcement on their Instagram handle with the snaps of Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino, sporting the quirky costumes that defined their characters.
They announced, "The reunion you've been waiting for! The Romy and Michele sequel is now in production."
According to Deadline, it has been nearly three decades since Romy (Sorvino) and Michele (Kudrow) returned to Tucson for their 10-year high school reunion. In the original film, the Los Angeles-based duo attempted to impress their former classmates by claiming they were successful businesswomen who invented Post-its only for their elaborate plan to hilariously fall apart.
Alan Cumming (Sandy Frink), Janeane Garofalo (Heather), Camryn Manheim (Toby) and Julia Campbell (Christie Masters) are confirmed to reprise their roles alongside the duo, reported Deadline.
The ensemble cast will also include Keegan-Michael Key, Rob Huebel, Breckin Meyer, Patrick Warburton and Nathan Lee Graham in roles that are being kept under wraps.
Mona May, the iconic costume designer behind the original wardrobe, is returning to style the production. "I'm so excited to be a part of this amazing project to keep the DNA of the characters and design the fashions to be as fun and fabulous as the original film," May shared.
"Romy and Michele are forever fashionistas, and I'm so excited to be working with Lisa and Mira again," added May as quoted by Deadline.
The 20th Century Studios film is directed and produced by Tim Federle and written by Robin Schiff, who created the characters and penned the original 1997 film. Also producing is Laurence Mark, who produced the original. Executive producers are Barry Kemp, who was also executive producer on Romy and Michele's High School Reunion, Sorvino, Kudrow and Schiff. Kimberly McCullough serves as co-producer.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, is this really necessary? Some movies are better left untouched. The original was perfect as a cult classic. Sequels often ruin the magic. Hope I'm wrong, but I'm skeptical about this one.
Yes! This is the news I needed today. Romy and Michele taught me that it's okay to be your quirky self. Growing up in Mumbai, I always felt like an outsider, but this movie gave me confidence. The Post-it note scene still cracks me up! 🤣 So happy the whole gang is back!
I really hope they keep the same energy and humour as the original. The 90s vibe was unmatched. Also, can we talk about how Alan Cumming is returning? He was perfect as Sandy Frink! 🎉
Not gonna lie, I only know this film because my cousin made me watch it during a family gathering in Bangalore. Ended up loving it! The costumes are insane in the best way 😄 Hope the sequel does justice to the original. Fingers crossed for a cameo from the Post-it note CEO! 🤞
I'm cautiously optimistic. The original was lightning in a bottle, but with the original writer Robin Schiff back and Tim Federle directing, maybe they can capture some of that magic again. Let's see what happens when it streams.
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