Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino Begin Filming Long-Awaited Sequel to Romy and Michele's High School Reunion
Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino reunite as long-awaited sequel to Romy and Michele's High School Reunion starts filming 30 years on from the original

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Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino have officially started filming the sequel to the beloved 1997 comedy, Romy and Michele's High School Reunion. The film will be a Hulu Original and is expected to release in 2027, coinciding with the characters' 40th high school reunion.
- 01Production has begun on the sequel to the 1997 cult classic, with Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino reprising their roles.
- 02The sequel will be directed by Tim Federle, with the original screenwriter Robin Schiff returning to pen the script.
- 03Several original cast members, including Janeane Garofalo and Alan Cumming, will return alongside new additions like Keegan-Michael Key.
- 04The film is set to premiere exclusively on Hulu, rather than in theaters.
- 05Kudrow expressed a desire for the characters to remain relatable and lovable, maintaining their original charm.
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Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino have commenced filming the long-anticipated sequel to the 1997 comedy, Romy and Michele's High School Reunion. The original film, which became a cult classic despite modest box office success, featured the duo as quirky fashion designers attending their high school reunion. The sequel is set to be released as a Hulu Original, with a potential release date in 2027, marking the characters' 40th high school reunion. Directed by Tim Federle, the film will see the return of original cast members, including Janeane Garofalo and Alan Cumming, along with new faces like Keegan-Michael Key. Original screenwriter Robin Schiff is also back to write the script. Kudrow has emphasized the importance of keeping the characters relatable and true to their original essence, stating they should remain 'as dumb and lovable as they ever were.' The production team includes some of the original film's producers and costume designer Mona May, who aims to capture the fun and fabulous fashion of the original.
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