Deadlineis reporting that Lionsgate and Amazon Studios are partnering on a sequel to the critically acclaimed 2018 thrillerA Simple Favor. Reportedly, the stars of the original filmAnna KendrickandBlake Livelyare set to return. The sequel will also see the return of directorPaul Feigand screenwriterJessica Sharzer.
The first film was based on the 2017 novel of the same name byDarcey Bell. It followed a mommy blogger and single mother (Kendrick) who befriends a wealthy mother (Lively) at her kid’s elementary school. But when her new friend goes missing, the mommy blogger decides to investigate the disappearance herself. It is worth noting that the original novel does not have a sequel, so it is anyone’s guess what direction this new film will be heading in.
The original film had an open-ended conclusion that had fans instantly wondering if there would be a sequel. With the film being a commercial and critical, making almost $100 million worldwide and with a certified fresh rating of 84% on Rotten Tomatoes, it seems like a no-brainer that a sequel is on its way. Especially with two stars as big as Kendrick and Lively.
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Kendrick is an Academy Award-nominated actress, who was nominated for her role inUp in the Air. She is also known for her starring role in films like thePitch Perfecttrilogy, theTrollsfranchise, andInto the Woods. Recently she has starred in the HBOMax seriesLove Lifeand the Netflix dramaStowaway.
Lively is best known for starring in the hit seriesGossip Girl. She has also appeared in films likeThe Town,The Shallows, andThe Age of Adaline. It was alsorecently announced that Lively would be making her feature film directorial debutwith the filmSecondsfrom a script byEdgar Wright.
Feig is known for creating series likeFreaks and Geeksand for directing such films asSpyand the 2016Ghostbusters. He also served as the director on several fan favorite episodes forThe Office,Arrested Development, andParks and Recreation. The film’s writer Sharzer has also written forAmerican Horror StoryandNine Perfect Strangers.
Feig will be producing the sequel withLaura Fischerthrough his production company Feigco Entertainment.Meredith WieckandScott O’Brienwill be overseeing the project on behalf of Lionsgate. Sharzer will also be serving as an executive producer.
There is currently no release date or window for the sequel toA Simple Favor.
