Freaky Friday's Upcoming Sequel: An "Ultimate" Surprise
"Freaky Friday Returns with a Bang! Get Ready for the Ultimate Sequel."
Returning Stars
Lohan isn't the only one returning for the Freakier Friday sequel. Jamie Lee Curtis, Chad Michael Murray, Mark Harmon, Lucille Soong, Stephen Tobolowsky, and Rosalind Chao are also set to reprise their roles. Lohan recalled that even during the table read, she and Curtis couldn't stop smiling because they were so happy to be working together again. The chemistry between these actors is sure to make the sequel a hit.The addition of newcomers Manny Jacinto, Julia Butters, Sophia Hammons, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan also adds a fresh element to the story. It will be interesting to see how these new characters fit into the world of Freaky Friday.
The Plot
Freakier Friday picks up years after Tess (Curtis) and Anna (Lohan) switched bodies in the first movie. Now, Anna has her own daughter and an almost-stepdaughter. As they navigate the challenges of merging two families, Tess and Anna discover that lightning might indeed strike twice.The rest of the plot details are being kept under wraps, but one thing is for sure: it's going to be a wild ride. The team behind the sequel wanted to explore a new situation where mothers and daughters face conflict when the daughter has her own child. This adds a new layer of depth to the story and will keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
New Characters
Manny Jacinto will portray Anna's husband, which is a bit of a disappointment for those who were hoping for Anna and Jake (Murray) to still be together. But Jacinto's character is sure to bring something new to the story.Julia Butters, Sophia Hammons, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan will also play important roles in the sequel. Their characters will add to the complexity of the story and help to bring the world of Freaky Friday to life.
Production Details
Andrew Gunn, who produced the original Freaky Friday, is also serving as a producer on the upcoming sequel. He explained that finding an idea that would work for all the characters was one of the hardest things to do, but Elyse Hollander came up with a super funny and heartwarming idea.The director of the sequel, Nisha Ganatra, is sure to bring her unique vision to the movie. With such a talented team behind it, Freakier Friday is sure to be a success.
Freakier Friday hits theaters on Aug. 8, 2025, and fans can't wait to see what surprises the movie has in store.