Iconic Movie 'Legally Blonde' to Return as a TV Series with Reese Witherspoon
Exciting news for fans of Reese Witherspoon and the iconic film 'Legally Blonde'! A TV series adaptation of the beloved movie has been announced. Let's dive into the details of this thrilling development.
Background
Directed by Robert Luketic and starring Reese Witherspoon, Luke Wilson, and Selma Blair, 'Legally Blonde' premiered in 2001. Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, the film was a hit with audiences. The romantic comedy focuses on Elle Woods, a sorority girl who enrolls at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend, Warner Huntington. Along the way, Elle, portrayed by Witherspoon, discovers her potential and becomes a successful lawyer.
The film was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Reese Witherspoon received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy and won the 2002 MTV Movie Award for Best Female Performance.
New Series Announcement
Now, fans have even more reason to celebrate. It has been announced that 'Legally Blonde' will be adapted into a TV series. The show will explore the high school years of Elle Woods, the iconic character played by Reese Witherspoon. The series, titled 'Elle,' is currently in the casting phase, so it is still unclear if Witherspoon will reprise her role. However, Witherspoon is confirmed to be producing the series.
Reese Witherspoon's Statement
In a recent statement, the Oscar-winning actress expressed her excitement about the project:
'I'm thrilled about the series. Viewers will get to explore Elle's unique personality and creativity during her teenage years. This show has been a dream of mine for a long time. I want to thank Prime Video, the incredible teams at Hello Sunshine, and our amazing writer Laura Kittrell for making this dream come true. Legally Blonde is back, everyone!'
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