Sony Pictures has begun developing a sequel to the 1997 romantic comedy My Best Friend’s Wedding, with writer-director Celine Song attached to write the screenplay. This announcement marks the first official confirmation of the follow-up to the original film starring Julia Roberts. Although Song is set to pen the script, she is not currently involved in directing the project.
Celine Song’s Recent Work and Background
Celine Song recently released her second film as a director, the romantic comedy Materialists, which premiered through A24 in June. The movie, featuring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal, achieved $50 million worldwide at the box office. Prior to that, her debut feature Past Lives earned $42 million globally and received Oscar nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Picture. In addition to filmmaking, Song is a respected playwright and is developing an e-sports drama series titled Damage for HBO.
Early Indications and Cast Reflections on the Sequel
The prospect of a sequel gained public attention when Dermot Mulroney, who starred alongside Roberts in the first film, mentioned to the New York Post that
there is talk of a sequel
. During an interview promoting his Netflix series The Hunting Wives, Mulroney also stated,
I know nothing about it. Last I heard, quote, lawyers were talking, unquote.
This suggests that script and legal discussions are ongoing but no formal production plans have been finalized.
Outlook for the My Best Friend’s Wedding Sequel
With Sony’s early development underway and Celine Song writing the screenplay, the sequel holds potential to build on the enduring popularity of the original film. Song’s strong reputation for character-driven storytelling and recent critical success positions her well to approach this sequel thoughtfully. Fans can anticipate further announcements as the project progresses beyond these initial stages.
