Freaky Friday Is Getting Freakier: Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan Are Back—and Still Besties
Okay, Disney fans—get ready to freak out! It's been over two decades since Freaky Friday hit theaters in 2003, and yes, the iconic mother-daughter duo is officially making a comeback. Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan are reuniting on-screen and off-screen, and if you’ve ever loved a nostalgic throwback, this one’s for you.
They Never Really Left Each Other’s Lives
Let’s rewind the tape a little. Jamie Lee Curtis was already a Hollywood legend when she starred as uptight mom Tess Coleman, and Lindsay Lohan was just 15, lighting up screens with her teen charm as rebellious daughter Anna. Fast forward 22 years, and the bond they built on set has only grown stronger.
"I think it’s important, especially with someone young in the business, that if you build a connection, they know it’s genuine," Curtis shared recently in an interview with PEOPLE. "There’s reel life, and then there’s real life. I wanted her to know I was real—and that she could always be real with me."
And real they’ve been. The two stars have stayed connected throughout all the ups and downs, the movie roles, the milestones—even motherhood.
Wait—Lindsay’s a Mom Now?
Yep, if that made you feel old, you’re not alone. Lindsay Lohan, now 38, is a mom to her adorable toddler son, Luai, with husband Bader Shammas. Meanwhile, Jamie Lee Curtis, 66, is a proud mom to her two daughters, Ruby and Annie, with husband Christopher Guest.
"We have so much more to connect on now," Curtis beamed. "Now she’s a mommy. It’s like we’re entering a new chapter—both on-screen and off."
That new chapter? It’s called Freakier Friday, and yes, it’s happening.
How the Sequel Came to Life: A Viral Moment Sparked It All
Turns out, the idea for the sequel didn’t come out of a corporate boardroom—it came from a heartwarming, totally internet-breaking moment.
Here’s the backstory: Lindsay brought her baby to visit Jamie Lee. They snapped a sweet photo together, and Curtis posted it online. And that one post? It exploded. Fans lost their collective minds. Suddenly the internet was buzzing:
“OMG! Freaky Friday reunion??”
“We need a sequel!!”
“Lindsay has a kid—she is old enough to play the mom now!”
Curtis saw the wave of excitement and did what any Hollywood queen would do—she picked up the phone.
"I called Disney and said, ‘Hi! Lindsay’s old enough to have a teenager now. Let’s go!’"
And guess what? Disney said yes. Just like that, the sequel was born.
So, What’s Freakier Friday All About?
Let’s break it down:
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The story picks up years after the original identity-swapping chaos.
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Anna (Lohan) now has her own daughter and a soon-to-be stepdaughter.
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Tess (Curtis), of course, is still her no-nonsense self—but she’s got some new surprises up her sleeve.
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This time around, the body-switching goes next level—Anna and Tess aren’t the only ones swapping bodies.
Yep, it’s going to get wild.
Here’s the official synopsis:
"As Anna navigates life as a mom blending two families, and Tess continues her own journey, lightning might just strike twice—bringing a new twist to the identity-switching mayhem."
It’s giving us chaotic, heartfelt, laugh-out-loud family comedy, with a big dash of Disney magic.
Who’s Back—and Who’s New?
You’ll recognize some familiar faces from the original 2003 cast, including:
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Mark Harmon (Tess’s fiancé in the original)
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Chad Michael Murray (ah, the teen heartthrob days!)
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Christina Vidal Mitchell
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Haley Hudson
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Lucille Soong
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Stephen Tobolowsky
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Rosalind Chao
But that’s not all. The sequel is stacked with fresh talent to mix things up:
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Vanessa Bayer (Saturday Night Live alum)
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Julia Butters (Remember the precocious child actress from Once Upon a Time in Hollywood?)
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Manny Jacinto (The Good Place, anyone?)
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Maitreyi Ramakrishnan (from Never Have I Ever fame)
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Sophia Hammons
Oh—and if you’re a true Lohan fan, you’ll love this: Elaine Hendrix, who played Meredith in The Parent Trap, is making a cameo. Full circle moment? Absolutely.
Real-Life Love, Real-Life Lessons
One of the most beautiful things about this comeback isn’t just the nostalgia—it’s the real friendship behind it.
"Lindsay was just 15 back then, and we’ve truly stayed in touch our whole lives," Curtis shared. "Through all the ups and downs, all the chapters—we never lost that connection."
In a world where Hollywood relationships can be fleeting, their bond stands out. It's a testament to what can happen when someone older in the industry takes the time to mentor, support, and be real.
Curtis has always been vocal about lifting up younger stars, and her relationship with Lohan is the perfect example of that in action.
Why This Sequel Matters (More Than Just Nostalgia)
Sure, Freakier Friday is bringing back the laughs, the chaos, and the body-swapping hilarity—but it’s also arriving at a time when audiences are craving heart and authenticity.
This film is a reminder that:
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Growth doesn’t mean forgetting your past.
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Relationships—when built on real connection—can last through decades.
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And hey, even as adults, we could all use a little magical chaos every now and then.
Coming to Theaters This Summer: Mark Your Calendars!
Disney hasn’t dropped the exact release date yet, but Freakier Friday is locked in for a summer release. So grab your popcorn, text your childhood bestie, and get ready to relive one of the most beloved family comedies—with a modern twist.
And let’s be honest—after everything we’ve all been through in the last few years, watching Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan swap lives again? It sounds like the exact kind of fun we need.
Final Thoughts: From Reel to Real
Curtis said it best: “There’s R-E-E-L life, and then there’s R-E-A-L life.”
And this story? It’s a little bit of both. The reel life gave us a hilarious, heartfelt film about understanding each other. The real life gave us a genuine friendship that’s still going strong—and a sequel we didn’t even know we needed.
So here’s to second chances, magical mishaps, and the power of staying connected. Freakier Friday is coming—and we’re 100% here for it.
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