While Blake Lively’s personal life and lawsuit against Justin Baldoni appear nothing short of a suspense thriller for netizens, the actress is currently preparing for her upcoming dark comedy mystery thriller, Another Simple Favor, to hit the big screen. Yes, despite being neck-deep in controversy, Lively hasn’t escaped her responsibility of keeping her fans entertained.
So now, her much-anticipated sequel to Paul Feig’s 2018 movie A Simple Favor is scheduled to hit the big screen in 2025. Well, guess what? Blake Lively isn’t alone—the actress is returning with her former co-star, Anna Kendrick, for more backstabbing in her sequel. Well, without wasting further time, let us dive right into it and learn more about the upcoming movie.
When and where is Another Simple Favor being released?
Fans of the 2018 dark comedy thriller A Simple Favor gather around, for you have found yourself a reason to celebrate. Paul Feig’s much-anticipated sequel, Another Simple Favor, is on the horizon. The film is set to premiere at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Film & TV Festival on March 7, 2025, in Austin, Texas.
Soon after the festival debut of the 2025 sequel, the movie will be available for streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video starting May 1, 2025.
Production details of Another Simple Favor
Considering how it has been 7 years since the release of Paul Feig’s 2018 movie A Simple Favor, fans got curious about the production journey of the sequel. Well, it all began in May 2022 when Amazon Studios and Lionsgate announced their decision to come up with a second installment. That is when Feig returned to helm this installment, maintaining continuity in the film’s remarkable blend of suspense and humor.
Now, considering how the first film had a pretty conclusive ending, it took the creative writers to come up with a storyline that would align with the prequel. So, after the works on the screenplay were completed, the film was set to commence shooting in the fall of 2023. However, due to certain unspecified delays as well as the Hollywood strikes, the production finally began in late March 2024.
The entire crew was flown to the picturesque island of Capri, Italy, which provided the stunning backdrop for the movie’s events. After filming began, it only took a few months for the actors, director, and film crew to shoot the movie. Soon, by May 26, 2024, production wrapped up, marking the end of a smooth filming process.
What is Another Simple Favor all about?
Another Simple Favor continues the intriguing tale of Stephanie Smothers and Emily Nelson. As mentioned earlier, the sequel is set in the luxurious setting of Capri, Italy, where the plot centers around Emily’s extravagant wedding to a wealthy Italian businessman. And if you’re familiar with the previous film, you’ll know what a classic Emily fashion wedding means—it will be over-the-top and filled with drama.
Now, as for Stephanie, she has become a successful private investigator and author who has written a bestseller about her previous experiences with Emily from A Simple Favor. But that is not all, for she has been invited to be Emily’s maid of honor. However, despite the joyful event, Emily and Stephanie’s life takes a dark turn when a murder occurs, unraveling a complex web of betrayal and mystery.
Overall, Paul Feig has promised his sequel to deliver the same suspenseful twists and dark humor that captivated audiences in the 2018 original.
A look back at Paul Feig’s A Simple Favor
Since we already teased the brilliance of the prequel, let’s take a quick look back at A Simple Favor to appreciate the upcoming sequel fully. Well, the 2018 movie introduced audiences to Stephanie Smothers, a widowed mommy vlogger who befriends the glamorous and enigmatic Emily Nelson.
However, their unlikely friendship soon takes a dark turn when Emily suddenly disappears, leading Stephanie to investigate the mystery. After the investigations, Stephanie learns that Emily’s real identity completely differs from who she claimed to be. This revelation soon sparks husband-swapping, parental rivalry, and even murder.
So, just like the 2018 movie masterfully combined thriller and dark comedy elements, with standout performances by Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively, fans can expect the same, if not more, for the upcoming sequel.
The cast of Another Simple Favor
Now that we’re aware of Another Simple Favor’s plot and have even traced it back to A Simple Favor, let’s take a look at the cast for the upcoming sequel. According to reports from Cosmopolitan, the 2025 movie brings back familiar faces like Anna Kendrick as Stephanie Smothers, Blake Lively as Emily Nelson, Andrew Rannells as Darren, and Bashir Salahuddin as Detective Summerville.
But that is not all, for Henry Golding is also returning as Sean Townsend, alongside Joshua Satine as Stephanie’s son Miles, Ian Ho as Emily and Sean’s son Nicky, and Kelly McCormack as Stacy. Now, let us move on to the new additions to the cast, which include Elena Sofia Ricci, Michele Morrone, Elizabeth Perkins, Alex Newell, Taylor Ortega, and Aparna Nancherla.
Is there a trailer for Blake Lively’s movie?
Since we have reached the end of the article, the only thing that remains to be known is—if there is an official trailer for Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick’s sequel Another Simple Favor. Well, there is. Amazon released a teaser trailer on February 26, offering audiences a tantalizing glimpse into the film’s thrilling narrative.
It’s the trailer that revealed the upcoming film’s location set in Capri and even threw the spotlight on the rekindled chemistry between Stephanie and Emily while simultaneously hinting at the dark twists that await. The trailer further offered scenes of a lavish wedding, mysterious events, and flashes of suspense.
In the end, after the original film left a lasting impression on audiences, expectations are high for Another Simple Favor. The sequel promises to delve deeper into the complexities of Stephanie and Emily’s relationship amid the eye-soothing backdrop of an exotic locale. Overall, as director Paul Feig returns to helm the project, we can all expect the continuation of the particular tone that made the original so exciting.
Mark your calendars for its streaming release on Amazon Prime Video on May 1, 2025, and prepare for a journey filled with twists, turns, and tantalizing secrets.
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