Fans of the classic 1997 romantic comedy My Best Friend’s Wedding are in for a treat! A sequel to the hit film starring Julia Roberts is in the works, nearly 30 years after the original release.
According to Variety and The Wrap, Celine Song, the writer-director behind Past Lives and Materialists, will write the script for the sequel. As of now, no director has been attached to the project, but the excitement around the news is growing.
No Casting Details Yet, But Dermot Mulroney Confirms Talks
Although no official casting details have been announced, Dermot Mulroney, who starred alongside Julia Roberts in the original film, recently mentioned in an interview with New York Post on July 25 that “there is talk of a sequel.”
In My Best Friend’s Wedding, Mulroney played Michael, the best friend whose wedding is at the heart of the film’s plot. Roberts played Julianne, his best friend who realizes she is in love with him and tries to stop the wedding.
Mulroney reminisced about the original movie, saying, “Oh my gosh, the whole thing was a dream. I knew even when I got the audition for it with Julia, like waiting in line with a whole bunch of other guys and I got the role. I knew – and all of Hollywood knew – it was going to be an exceptional movie.”
Celine Song: The Writer Behind the Sequel
Celine Song, the talented writer-director known for her Oscar-nominated debut Past Lives, will take the reins for the My Best Friend’s Wedding sequel. Her recent film Materialists, starring Chris Evans, Pedro Pascal, and Dakota Johnson, was praised for its chemistry and comedy, showcasing her knack for romance and humor.
In an interview with PEOPLE, Song expressed her admiration for legendary filmmaker Nora Ephron, who she considers the “queen of rom-coms.”
Ephron was known for creating iconic romantic comedies like When Harry Met Sally and Sleepless in Seattle, and Song draws significant inspiration from her work.
What’s Next for My Best Friend’s Wedding Fans?
The news of a sequel has stirred excitement among fans who have loved the original for decades. Although there are still many details to be confirmed, including casting and direction, the involvement of Celine Song has many hopeful that the sequel will deliver the same heart and humor that made the original so beloved.
