Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino have officially begun filming the sequel to the 1997 cult comedy "Romy and Michele's High School Reunion" [1].
The revival of the franchise brings back a beloved comedic duo nearly three decades after the original film. By targeting a streaming release, 20th Century Studios aims to introduce the characters to a new generation of viewers [1, 3].
Production on the film started in September 2024 [2, 3]. The project reunites the lead actresses with several returning cast members, including Janeane Garofalo, Alan Cumming, Camryn Manheim, and Julia Campbell [1, 2, 3].
"I’m excited to finally bring Romy and Michele back," Kudrow said [3].
Sorvino also expressed enthusiasm for the project's momentum. "We’re full force ahead," Sorvino said [3].
Garofalo, who returns as part of the original ensemble, shared the sentiment. "We’re thrilled to reprise our roles," Garofalo said [3].
While some reports indicate the release date has not been officially announced [3], other sources suggest the sequel is likely to arrive in 2027 [1] on Hulu. The film is being produced on a studio set, though the specific location has not been disclosed [1, 2].
“"I’m excited to finally bring Romy and Michele back."”
The decision to release the sequel via Hulu reflects a broader industry trend of moving legacy film franchises toward streaming platforms to maximize reach. By reuniting the original core cast, the studio is leveraging nostalgia to ensure a built-in audience while attempting to modernize the brand for a younger demographic.
