Development of a Rom-Com Sequel
A sequel to the 2003 romantic comedy How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days is now in active development. Kate Hudson, who played the lead role of Andie Anderson, is attached to produce the project at Paramount. She will work alongside Stacey Sher, a veteran producer known for her previous work on films such as Pulp Fiction and Django Unchained.
The studio has yet to hire a screenwriter to pen the follow-up script. Industry sources confirm that the project remains in the earliest stages of planning. No other talent or production staff are attached at this time.
Historical Context and Original Success
The original film centered on a magazine columnist who attempts to drive a man away as part of a professional assignment. It famously paired Hudson with Matthew McConaughey. The two characters engage in a series of deceptions that turn into a genuine romance. The project grossed nearly 180 million dollars at the box office worldwide during its initial theatrical run.
Fans often cite the yellow silk Carolina Herrera gown worn by Hudson as a defining visual of the era. The chemistry between the leads helped the film maintain its status as a staple of the romantic comedy genre. Recently, McConaughey described the movie as a gift that keeps on giving, noting that it continues to pay the best residual income of any project in his filmography.
Industry Trends and Future Outlook
Studios are increasingly revisiting popular intellectual property from the early 2000s to secure reliable box office returns. This trend follows the successful release of The Devil Wears Prada 2, which reunited its original lead cast. Other sequels like the newest Scary Movie and Toy Story 5 have also performed well, posting gross earnings of 231 million dollars and 1.128 billion dollars respectively.
Questions remain regarding the potential return of Hudson and McConaughey to their original roles. Both actors have previously expressed an openness to a sequel provided the script met their expectations. Hudson noted in a 2024 interview that studios frequently consider such revivals. For now, the public awaits news on casting decisions and a finalized screenplay. The project moves forward as Paramount seeks to integrate its studio assets with the broader operations of Warner Bros. Discovery.