A sequel to the 2003 romantic comedy "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days" is currently in development. Actress Kate Hudson, who starred in the original film, is set to produce the new project alongside producer Stacey Sher, whose previous credits include "Pulp Fiction" and "Matilda." The announcement comes 23 years after the release of the first movie.
The original film followed Andie (Hudson), a magazine journalist writing an article on how to get a man to leave her in 10 days, and Benjamin (Matthew McConaughey), who bet his boss he could make any woman fall in love with him. The movie earned nearly $180 million at the worldwide box office and featured a yellow silk Carolina Herrera dress that became a recognized piece of cinema fashion.
According to reports in U.S. media, work on the sequel is in the "very early days." While the project is moving forward, it remains unclear exactly how the plot will continue or which original cast members are finalized. Sources indicate that both Hudson, 47, and McConaughey, 56, could potentially reprise their roles for the second installment. Representatives for both actors have been contacted for comment.
For the primary actors, the project marks a potential professional reunion following their work together in the original film and the 2008 movie "Fool's Gold." Hudson's involvement as a producer follows her recent Oscar nomination for the 2025 film "Song Sung Blue," while McConaughey remains a high-profile lead following his 2014 Oscar win. Audiences would notice the return of these specific characters to the screen, though a specific release date or production schedule has not been disclosed.
The sequel serves as a precedent for how studios leverage nostalgia to target specific demographics, particularly those who viewed the original rom-com during its initial release. The knock-on effects could influence future greenlighting decisions for similar properties from the same era. What happens next depends on the completion of the script and official casting confirmations. As of now, no filming dates or theatrical release deadlines have been established for the production.