Emily Bader and Logan Lerman Lead '13 Going on 30' Reboot for Netflix
Director Brett Haley reunites with his 'People We Meet on Vacation' star, with Jennifer Garner on board as an executive producer.
- Director
- Brett Haley
- Starring
- Emily Bader, Logan Lerman, Jessica Alba
- Genre
- Comedy, Fantasy, Romance
- Where to Watch
- Netflix
Netflix is officially bringing a new version of the beloved 2004 fantasy rom-com to its service. According to the streamer, Emily Bader and Logan Lerman will lead the cast of a reimagined 13 Going on 30, directed by Brett Haley.
Jennifer Garner, who starred as Jenna Rink in the original film directed by Gary Winick, is executive producing the project. Haley expressed his excitement for the pairing of his two leads. "She and the amazingly talented Logan Lerman are a magical pairing," the director said.
Who else is in the cast?
The film has assembled a large, star-studded ensemble to support Bader and Lerman. The announced cast includes Jessica Alba, Taylor Zakhar Perez, Owen Thiele, Nasim Pedrad, and Supriya Ganesh. Tim Meadows and Dan Bucatinsky, who co-starred in the series Our Little Secret, are also set to appear.
What is the creative team behind the reboot?
Brett Haley, whose previous Netflix film People We Meet on Vacation spent weeks on the service's global Top 10 list, is directing. The screenplay was written by Hannah Marks, with revisions by Flora Greeson. Haley called the original film "one of those rare, perfect films" and acknowledged the "tremendous responsibility" of stepping into the reimagining, especially with Garner's involvement.
The film is produced by Joe Roth and Jeff Kirschenbaum for RK Films. Executive producers include Garner, Donna Roth, Susan Arnold, and screenwriter Marks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a sequel or a remake of the original movie?
Netflix and the creative team are describing the project as a "reimagining" of the 2004 film. It is not presented as a direct sequel but a new take on the core premise, with a fresh cast led by Emily Bader and Logan Lerman.
What was the original '13 Going on 30' about?
The 2004 film starred Jennifer Garner as Jenna Rink, a teenager who magically finds herself living as an adult, navigating a life that isn't quite what she imagined.
When will the '13 Going on 30' reboot be released?
Netflix has not announced a release date for the film. The streamer stated that more details, including a release window, will be shared at a later time.
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