Paramount Pictures announced that a sequel to the 2003 romantic comedy How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days is now in early development. The studio confirmed that original star Kate Hudson will serve as a producer on the new film, working alongside veteran producer Stacey Sher, whose credits include Pulp Fiction, Erin Brockovich and Django Unchained.
Production details
According to sources close to the project, Paramount is actively searching for a screenwriter to craft the sequel’s script. No other talent has been formally attached at this stage, and it remains unclear whether Hudson’s former co‑star Matthew McConaughey will return as Benjamin Barry. Both actors have previously hinted that they would be open to reprising their roles if a satisfactory script were presented.
Background on the original
The original film follows Andie Anderson, a magazine columnist who sets out to prove she can make a man break up with her in ten days, only to fall for the advertising executive Benjamin Barry, who has his own bet with his boss. The movie earned nearly $180 million worldwide and became a cultural touchstone, noted for Hudson’s yellow silk Carolina Herrera gown and its memorable “will‑they‑won’t‑they” romance.
Recent interest in early‑2000s revivals
The sequel announcement arrives amid a broader industry trend of reviving popular early‑2000s titles. This year, Paramount’s sister studio Warner Bros. Discovery reported strong box‑office returns for follow‑ups such as The Devil Wears Prada 2, the new Scary Movie (over $231 million worldwide), and Toy Story 5 (more than $1.1 billion). These successes have encouraged studios to revisit nostalgic properties.
Hudson’s recent comments
Hudson addressed the possibility of a sequel during a 2024 appearance on Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live, noting that studios are always considering such projects. She added, “All that matters would be the script and if Matthew and I were into the script. I think we’re both totally open, it has just never happened.” In June, she posted two stills from the original film on Instagram with the caption “Déjà vu,” sparking further speculation.
McConaughey’s perspective
Matthew McConaughey recently told listeners of the Happy Sad Confused podcast that the film remains his favorite rom‑com, describing it as “the gift that keeps on giving” and noting that it still generates the “best mailbox money” of any of his projects.
Industry context
Paramount’s development effort coincides with the studio’s ongoing merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, which aims to combine its movie and television operations under a single corporate structure. The partnership could provide additional resources for franchise development and cross‑platform distribution.
While no release date or casting decisions have been announced, the involvement of Hudson and Sher suggests the sequel will aim to capture the original’s blend of humor and romance while appealing to a new generation of viewers.
Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.
