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Gil Junger is developing a '10 Things I Hate About You' trilogy, starting with '10 Things I Hate About Dating.' He hopes to bring back Julia Stiles and honor Heath Ledger’s legacy. A stage musical adaptation is also underway, featuring music by Carly Rae Jepsen. Fans of the 1999 classic can look forward to new stories exploring dating, marriage, and parenthood.

Key Points: Gil Junger Plans 10 Things I Hate About You Trilogy

  • Gil Junger writing trilogy with Naya Elle James
  • First film titled '10 Things I Hate About Dating'
  • Julia Stiles may reprise Kat Stratford role
  • Stage musical adaptation also in development
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Gil Junger on bringing back '10 Things I Hate About You' with new trilogy

Director Gil Junger confirms a new '10 Things I Hate About You' trilogy, with Julia Stiles potentially returning.

"10 Things I Hate About Dating is definitely in the works as a feature film – Gil Junger"

Washington, May 7

The director of the beloved 1999 rom-com '10 Things I Hate About You,' Gil Junger, has revealed that a follow-up movie is in development.

Junger, who is also penning the script with Naya Elle James, hopes to make the story into a trilogy, with the first project titled '10 Things I Hate About Dating.'

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Junger said that the trilogy would explore themes of dating, marriage, and parenthood, with each title building on the previous one.

"10 Things I Hate About Dating is definitely in the works as a feature film," Junger confirmed, adding, "We're developing it right now," as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter.

Junger expressed his desire to work with Julia Stiles again, who played the iconic role of Kat Stratford in the original film.

"She shaped the lives of millions of women," Junger said, adding, "That Kat character really spoke to young women in a very powerful way," as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter.

The director also hopes to include cameos or bigger roles for other original cast members, if feasible.

Junger revealed that he had planned to offer Heath Ledger a role in a different follow-up film before his passing in 2008.

Now, the director plans to nod to Ledger's iconic performance in the new film. "He deserves to be loved," Junger said.

In addition to the film sequel, a stage adaptation of '10 Things I Hate About You' is also in the works.

The musical will feature a score by Carly Rae Jepsen and Ethan Gruska, with a book by Lena Dunham and Jessica Huang.

- ANI

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Priya K.
OMG! This was my favorite movie growing up! 😍 But I'm not sure about a trilogy... Hollywood should focus on fresh stories instead of endless reboots. Still, if Julia Stiles returns, I'll definitely watch!
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Rahul S.
As someone who discovered this movie during lockdown, I'm excited! But they better not ruin the legacy. The original had such perfect casting - especially Heath Ledger. His absence will be deeply felt.
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Ananya M.
The stage adaptation sounds more interesting than the movie sequel! Carly Rae Jepsen doing the music? That's a perfect match. Hope they bring it to Indian theaters too 🤞
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Vikram J.
Not every classic needs a sequel. The original was perfect as it was. Hollywood's lack of original ideas is showing. Focus on new stories instead of milking nostalgia!
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Sneha P.
I hope they keep the same charm and wit of the original. The dating scene has changed so much since 1999 - will be interesting to see how they adapt it. Also, please don't make it too woke!
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Karan D.
The original movie introduced me to Shakespeare adaptations! If this gets more Indian youth interested in classic literature through modern retellings, then it's a good thing. But quality must match the original.

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