Romy and Michele's High School Reunion Sequel: All You Need to Know
Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow are reprising their iconic roles as Romy and Michele in a sequel to the 1997 hit film "Romy and Michele's High School Reunion." The new film is currently in production in Los Angeles and will be exclusively available for streaming as a Hulu Original in the U.S. and on Disney+ internationally. The original movie followed the hilarious journey of Romy and Michele as they attend their high school reunion with a plan to impress their former classmates with fake success stories.
The sequel, written by Robin Schiff, who also penned the original, brings back some of the original cast members, including Janeane Garofalo, Alan Cumming, Camryn Manheim, and Julia Campbell. Joining the ensemble are Keegan-Michael Key, Rob Huebel, Breckin Meyer, Patrick Warburton, and Nathan Lee Graham. The plot of the new film and the roles of the new cast members are being kept under wraps.
The production team includes director Tim Federle, producer Laurence Mark, and executive producers Barry Kemp, Mira Sorvino, Lisa Kudrow, and Robin Schiff. The creative team also features director of photography Marco Fargnoli, production designer Hillary Gurtler, editor Brian Olds, and costume designer Mona May, known for her work on "Clueless."
The original film was released in 1997 and became a cult classic, earning a dedicated fan base over the years. Fans have been eagerly anticipating a sequel, and the reunion of Sorvino and Kudrow at the SAG Awards in 2022 sparked renewed interest. The sequel has been in the works since January 2025, with the cast and crew expressing excitement about the project.
The talented cast members are represented by various agencies and management companies, including CAA, Gersh Agency, UTA, and more. The sequel to "Romy and Michele's High School Reunion" promises to bring back the beloved characters and humor that made the original film a fan favorite. Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated sequel.