Freaky Friday 2: Mandy Jacinto in Talks to Join the Cast
Rumors are swirling about the potential cast for Disney's upcoming Freaky Friday 2, and Manny Jacinto's name is being bandied about. Jacinto is known for his standout performance in NBC's The Good Place, where he starred alongside Kristen Bell and Ted Danson.
While Disney remains tight-lipped about the news, reports indicate that Jacinto is being considered for a role in the sequel, slated to begin production in Los Angeles this summer. The only confirmation needed to complete the casting is the return of Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan as Tess and Anna, respectively. Last week, it was announced that Julia Butters is also in negotiations to join the cast.
Nisha Ganatra to Direct
Nisha Ganatra, known for her work on Late Night, will helm Freaky Friday 2, with Jordan Weiss penning the screenplay. Kristin Burr and Andrew Gunn, the original film's producer, will reprise their roles. Whether the sequel debuts in theaters or on a streaming platform remains unknown.
The Original Premise
The 2003 version of Freaky Friday, a remake of the 1976 classic, featured Curtis as Tess Coleman, a single mother and psychiatrist, and Lohan as her rebellious daughter, Anna. Following a misfortunate incident involving a fortune cookie, the two find themselves inhabiting each other's bodies,被迫体验彼此的生活。这种角色互换迫使她们重新审视彼此，尝试从不同的角度进行理解。
Manny Jacinto's Accomplishments
Beyond his Emmy-nominated performance in The Good Place, Jacinto has showcased his versatility in projects such as Nine Perfect Strangers on Hulu and Brand New Cherry Flavor on Netflix. He recently made a memorable appearance in Disney's Star Wars: The Acolyte series and featured in blockbuster films like Top Gun: Maverick and Bad Times at the El Royale.
Jacinto currently stars in the indie dramedy Cora Bora, now streaming. He is also set to appear in the upcoming drama The Knife by Nnamdi Asomugha, executive produced by Mark and Jay Duplass, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. Manny Jacinto is represented by CAA, Principals Talent Management, Alchemy Entertainment, and McKuin Frankel Whitehead.
