Sheridan Smith has been confirmed to join the cast of the upcoming girl group movie, a comedy written, directed, and produced by Rebel Wilson, who will also star in the film. The project, set in the United States, marks Wilson’s second directorial effort following her 2024 musical feature, The Deb.
Plot Shift and Story Overview
Unlike The Deb, which adapted an existing stage musical, this new movie offers an original storyline about a pop diva, played by Rebel Wilson, who is kicked out of her own girl group’s reunion tour. Facing the challenge of reclaiming her career, she ends up coaching a mismatched group of community service workers for a crucial audition with a record label. This fresh narrative will blend humor and music while shedding light on issues in the music business.
The film was first announced in 2019 under the working title Seoul Girls. That earlier version focused on a Korean–American high school girl striving for fame with her band, but the concept has since evolved to center more broadly on the darker side of the music industry, positioning Wilson’s veteran character alongside new talent.
Impressive Cast Lineup Joins the Project
Alongside Rebel Wilson and Sheridan Smith, the cast boasts several notable performers including Randall Park, Jamie Lee O’Donnell, Guz Khan, Ashley Roberts from the Pussycat Dolls, Mel C of the Spice Girls, and Shaznay Lewis of All Saints. Roberts, Mel C, Lewis, and Wilson will come together as a fictional group called Girlfriends, lending their genuine music backgrounds to enhance the film’s authenticity.
The new group Wilson’s character mentors remains unnamed, with the production conducting a nationwide search across the US to find the young lead actresses. This careful casting effort underscores the importance of showcasing fresh talent within the story’s competitive music environment.
Wilson’s Musical Experience Shapes the Film’s Spirit
Rebel Wilson’s involvement in musical films stretches back to the Pitch Perfect franchise, which inspired her to create a similar upbeat and empowering movie. She has expressed hope that Girl Group will capture a playful and energetic spirit that invites audiences to sing and dance along.
Wilson remarked,
“Ever since being a part of the Pitch Perfect franchise, I’ve always wanted to create something similar. Girl Group is just so fun and full of spirit that’s ready to have you singing and dancing out of the cinema. This is the ultimate girl power movie!”
– Rebel Wilson, Writer/Director/Star
Production Backing and Expectations
The film is produced by Live Nation Studios, recognized for their work on Bradley Cooper’s acclaimed A Star Is Born and the David Boeiw-directed documentary Moonage Daydream. Their involvement signals the potential for high production quality and strong musical elements in this new comedy.
With its blend of humor, music, and meaningful commentary on the challenges faced by female artists, Girl Group aims to resonate with audiences craving both entertainment and reflection on the industry’s realities. Following its promising pilot status, fans and viewers will be eager to see how the cast delivers this fresh yet familiar tale of underdogs and reinvention.
