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Twenty-two years after Jennifer Garner showed us the “Thriller” dance, Netflix is headed back to the “big time.” We learned that a reimagining 13 going on 30 The film is officially in active development at the streamer, with a pair of rising stars and frequent Netflix collaborators attached.
First released in 2004, the original 13 going on 30 (Starring Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo – who would later reunite at Netflix adam project) remains the crown jewel of the rom-com genre. While rumors of a sequel or reboot have been flying for years, we can now report that Netflix is moving forward with a new take on the “Magic Wishing Dust” premise.
We first learned about the project in the summer of 2024, when Revolution Studios (the company behind the IP) and Netflix opted to develop it as a brand new film. At that time, we estimated jennifer garner Given that she has worked, will be involved in some way Massive deal with Netflix under a multi-year deal And is currently shooting her new film for the streamer, one attempt leftUnlike John Cena. We can now officially confirm that Garner is indeed returning to the franchise, this time serving as an executive producer.
Netflix has repeatedly declined to comment on our story, and we agreed to hold off until they were ready to make an announcement, but Deadline published today anyway.
13 Who’s starring in the Going on 30 reboot?
According to our sources, Emily Bader has been officially set to lead the film as Jenna. Presumably, she will play the adult version of the character, considering that she was born in 1996 and this year marks her 30th birthday.
Bader is currently one of the most sought after young actresses after her stellar performance in Prime Video my lady jane. The project also marks a major reunion; He recently starred in the smash-hit Netflix/3000 Pictures adaptation People we meet on holidayswhich spent four weeks in the Global Top 10 and was directed by the same person chosen for this reboot. This is in addition to her role as soccer legend Mia Hamm in the upcoming Netflix film: 99ers.
Bader as his romantic counterpart Logan Lerman. Lerman’s recent credits include Hulu’s hit comedy Only murders in the building and dark comedy Oh, hi!Which was recently dropped by Sony Pictures Classics after its Sundance premiere.
Who is directing and writing?
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Netflix is keeping it in the family by tapping into it Brett Haley to direct, reuniting him with Bader. Over the past few years, Haley has become a staple for the streamer when it comes to heartwarming, character-driven stories. His previous credits for Netflix include:
- All the Bright Places (2020)
- All Together Now (2020)
- People We Meet on Holidays (2026)
In a statement regarding the announcement, Haley said: “13 going on 30 One of those rare, perfect films. Funny, emotional, deeply human, with unforgettable performances from Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo and Judy Greer. I’ve been a fan for a long time, so stepping into this reimagining comes with tremendous responsibility.
He added, “Having played such a huge role in making the original special, it’s especially meaningful to have Jennifer Garner on board as executive producer. I couldn’t be more excited to reunite with Emily Bader…she and the amazingly talented Logan Lerman are a magical duo.”
Who wrote the script? hannah marks (Mark, Mary, and a few others; after everything) with modification by flora greyson (the princess diaries 3; high note).
Joe Roth and Jeff Kirshenbaum will produce for RK Films. Garner is executive producing with Donna Roth, Susan Arnold and Scott Hemming for Revolution Studios, along with Alyssa Altman and Hannah Marks for RK Films.
What is the story of the new film?
While the main “body-swap” hook remains, the script has been updated for a 2026 audience. The story follows Jenna, a 13-year-old girl who wishes she could become an adult to escape the social pressures of middle school. In a significant change from the family dynamics of the original film, this iteration of Jenna is being raised by two fathers, which undoubtedly provides an unexpected twist on her upbringing and her “jump” into adulthood.
More specific details about how the reboot’s romance will unfold are still under wraps.