Download a new trailer for the highly-expected sequel to the original cult classic “Freakier Friday.” It’s a unique take on the body swap drama! This sequel to the beloved story features a four-way body swap that intertwines the lives of its characters in unexpected ways. The movie is scheduled to be released in theaters on August 8th.
The plot focus’s on Anna and Tess, who unwittingly end up switching places with Harper and Sophie. In the film, Anna (played by Lindsay Lohan) is a bride-to-be, whose soon-to-be husband is Eric (Manny Jacinto). Within this open dynamic, Harper, Anna’s daughter, encourages her mother to have fun and take risks while navigating the teenage experience. Sophie, Anna’s eventual future stepdaughter, raises the stakes even further, introducing a double-family complication to the fraught romantic relationships at work.
The movie takes its premise from Mary Rodgers’ novel Freaky Friday, which has delighted readers for generations. Given a contemporary spin, “Freakier Friday” celebrates the value of family, soul, and the wildness of remixing families.
Julia Butters takes on the role of Harper, bringing a youthful energy to the film alongside veteran actresses Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis. The multicultural ensemble cast features both newcomers and veterans who lend boundless energy and passion to their roles. It stars Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Rosalind Chao, Chad Michael Murray, Vanessa Bayer and Mark Harmon.
From the looks of the official synopsis, we’re in for a warm, funny ride as Anna and Tess navigate their new reality. They soon learn that lightning really does strike twice. As they come to terms with their new world, they discover some of the most important lessons about love and acceptance.
“I, Anna, take you, Eric, a man whose daughter is a little demon thing with an obnoxious accent,” – Harper
Fans can hardly wait until they’re made public. The trailer introduces us to some of the creative challenges and funny moments that arise from this unexpected body swap setup. The film promises to deliver both laughter and poignant moments as Anna juggles the complexities of motherhood and impending marriage.
