Paramount Pictures announced that a sequel to the 2003 romantic comedy How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days is moving forward in development. Original lead Kate Hudson, who played magazine columnist Andie Anderson, will serve as a producer on the project alongside veteran film producer Stacey Sher.
Production team and early‑stage status
Hudson and Sher, whose credits include acclaimed films such as Pulp Fiction, Erin Brockovich and Django Unchained, are attached to shepherd the new film. According to a source close to the development, Paramount is currently searching for a screenwriter, and no additional cast or crew members have been confirmed at this early stage.
The studio has not disclosed whether Hudson’s former co‑star Matthew McConaughey will return as advertising executive Benjamin Barry. Both actors have hinted in past interviews that they remain open to reprising their roles if a suitable script emerges.
Background on the original film
The original movie follows Andie Anderson, a magazine columnist tasked with proving she can make a man break up with her in ten days. The assignment quickly turns into a classic “will‑they‑won’t‑they” romance when she meets Benjamin Barry, who has bet his boss that he can make her fall in love with him. The film earned nearly $180 million worldwide and cemented a memorable fashion moment with Hudson’s yellow silk Carolina Herrera gown.
In recent years, both Hudson and McConaughey have responded modestly when asked about a sequel. During a 2024 appearance on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, Hudson said studios are always considering follow‑ups, but any decision would hinge on the script and the actors’ interest. McConaughey recently called the film his favorite rom‑com on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast, describing it as “the gift that keeps on giving.”
Industry context
The announcement comes as Paramount continues to explore ways to revive early‑2000s franchises. Recent box‑office successes include The Devil Wears Prada 2, which reunited its original cast, and new releases such as the latest Scary Movie and Toy Story 5, both posting strong worldwide grosses.
Paramount’s development of the sequel also aligns with the company’s broader strategic effort to integrate its film and television operations under the Warner Bros. Discovery umbrella.
While the project remains in its infancy, fans of the original film can look forward to updates as Paramount secures a writer and potentially adds more talent to the roster.
Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.
