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Movie enthusiasts will need to mark their calendars and plan a trip to the cinema in 2025 for the much-anticipated sequel to the 2003 classic, Freaky Friday. Titled Freakier Friday, the film has just unveiled its first trailer, and the lineup of cameos promises to leave fans thrilled. Filming commenced in Los Angeles on June 24, 2024, with original stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan returning to reprise their iconic roles as Tess and Anna Coleman.
Here’s a comprehensive overview of what we know about this exciting sequel.
What is the premise of Freakier Friday?
The sequel to Freaky Friday continues the story many years after the original identity-swapping escapade. Now, Anna (Lohan) is a mother herself and is preparing to blend her family with that of her soon-to-be stepdaughter. As Tess (Curtis) and Anna navigate the complexities of merging their families, they discover that history could repeat itself in unexpected ways.
Who appears in Freakier Friday?
In addition to Curtis and Lohan, the film will see familiar faces like Mark Harmon returning as Ryan and Chad Michael Murray as Jake. The cast also includes original members such as Christina Vidal Mitchell (Maddie), Haley Hudson (Peg), Lucille Soong (Pei-Pei’s Mom), Stephen Tobolowsky (Mr. Bates), and Rosalind Chao (Pei-Pei). New additions to the ensemble are Julia Butters, Sophia Hammons, Manny Jacinto, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan. Fans can also look forward to special cameos from Saturday Night Live’s Vanessa Bayer, who is set to play a fortune teller, and Elaine Hendrix, known for her role as Meredith Blake in The Parent Trap.
When will Freakier Friday make its debut?
The film is slated for a theatrical release on August 8, 2025, with expectations of it eventually appearing on Disney+.
Is there a trailer available?
Absolutely! The initial trailer for Freakier Friday was released on March 14, 2025. This sneak peek showcases Tess and Anna visiting a fortune teller (Bayer), who reveals that their destinies have intertwined before. The excitement escalates when they experience an earthquake at a party, leading to an unexpected body swap—not between Tess and Anna, but involving Anna’s daughter and stepdaughter instead. The trailer captures their frantic efforts to return to their original selves, with nostalgic moments that reference the original film and fresh experiences involving new and returning characters. Notably, Murray’s character makes a dramatic entrance on a motorcycle, adding to the film’s flair.
Who is directing Freakier Friday?
The sequel is brought to life under the direction of Nisha Ganatra. Production responsibilities lie in the hands of Kristin Burr, Andrew Gunn, and Jamie Lee Curtis, while Nathan Kelly, Ann Marie Sanderlin, and Lohan will serve as executive producers.
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Freakier Friday will hit theaters on August 8, 2025.
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