Paramount Pictures is developing a sequel to the romantic comedy "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days" with Kate Hudson attached as a producer [1], [2].
The project aims to capitalize on nostalgia for the original film and revive a genre that saw a peak in the early 2000s [1], [2].
The original movie was released in 2003 [2]. This new development comes after 23 years [5] — or more than two decades [2] — since the first installment reached theaters.
Hudson is set to produce the film and is potentially returning as the lead actress [1], [4]. While her involvement is more certain, the status of her original co-star is less clear. Some reports indicate that Matthew McConaughey is in talks to return for the sequel [3], while other outlets suggest fans may have to wait to find out if he will join the cast [4].
The studio is leveraging the enduring popularity of the first film to attract a modern audience. By bringing back the original lead as a producer, Paramount ensures a level of continuity for a story that has remained a staple of romantic comedies for years [1], [2].
Development for the sequel was first announced in 2024 [2], [3], [4]. The film will be produced in the U.S. by Paramount Pictures [2], [3], [5].
“Paramount Pictures is developing a sequel to the romantic comedy "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days."”
The revival of this specific title reflects a broader industry trend of leveraging legacy intellectual property to mitigate financial risk. By returning to a proven hit from 2003, the studio is betting that the original audience's nostalgia, combined with the film's streaming longevity, will translate into a successful theatrical or digital release in the current market.
