As a cinephile who has been around for quite some time now, I must say that the return of Jennifer Love Hewitt to the “I Know What You Did Last Summer” franchise is nothing short of exhilarating! The actress played a pivotal role in launching her career and it’s heartening to see her revisit Julie James after 27 years.
Jennifer Love Hewitt has confirmed her comeback to the horror series that kick-started her career, putting an end to rumors about her participation in the upcoming sequel of “I Know What You Did Last Summer”. She made the announcement via Instagram, saying, “It’s never too late to return.” In a playful manner, she hinted at the film’s release by stating, “I know where you’ll be spending next summer,” alluding to the movie’s planned theater release on July 18, 2025.
The confirmation arises after Hewitt’s latest stint on the “I’ve Never Said This Before With Tommy DiDario” podcast, during which she subtly suggested a comeback.
She shared with the host, as captured in footage obtained by The Hollywood Reporter, “I might be getting ready for it,” or simply, “I could be gearing up for some news.” Furthermore, she expressed, “I’m almost there, ready to announce something thrilling.
In the podcast, Hewitt shared her thoughtful perspective on reprising the role following a gap of 27 years.
She shared that her return to the franchise isn’t just about scheduling; she doesn’t want to appear as a relic from the ’90s. Instead, she’s eager to contribute and be relevant for Julie James fans. She wants the comeback to feel significant, like it signifies something meaningful.
In the sequel, the actress is now part of the principal cast alongside Freddie Prinze Jr., who was previously announced. Production for this project has already commenced, as Sarah Michelle Gellar, Prinze’s spouse and co-star from the original series, unintentionally disclosed this by sharing a set photograph on Thanksgiving 2024. Reflecting on the incident, she mentioned during an interview on Live with Kelly and Mark, “Given my standing, I should have been aware of the rules regarding closed sets.
Scheduling presented a significant challenge for Hewitt’s return.
She mentioned earlier to Parade that it’s a tricky situation due to juggling the 9-1-1 schedule and movie commitments. In her own words, “We’re just trying to figure it out and make it work.” If she is considering a return after 27 years, she doesn’t want her appearance to be fleeting or insignificant. Instead, she aims to allocate enough time to ensure her role will truly resonate with the audience.
This project brings Hewitt back to the movie series that initially propelled her into a major acting role. The initial installment from 1997, helmed by Jim Gillespie with a screenplay by Kevin Williamson, tells the story of four friends tormented by a tragic event and pursued by a murderer armed with a hook in their coastal hometown. Subsequent films were released in 1998 and 2006; however, Hewitt and Prinze Jr. only reappeared for the first sequel.
In this project, I’ll be following the lead as Leah McKendrick pens the screenplay for the upcoming installment of a movie directed by Jennifer Kaytin Robinson. The talented cast includes Chase Sui Wonders, Madelyn Cline, Sarah Pidgeon, Tyriq Withers, Jonah Haur-King, Lola Tung, Nicholas Alexander Chavez, Austin Nichols, and Gabbriette.
In the course of the podcast discussion, Hewitt spoke about persistent speculations surrounding friction behind the scenes during the initial movie’s filming, notably hinting at a rumored disagreement with Gellar.
She confirmed at age eighteen, no one was jotting down my script ideas. We were all in this shared adventure, learning together, if you catch my drift. I’m genuinely fond of her and Freddie. To me, it’s just the sweetest thing that they’ve been married for a century and have children. It’s really endearing.
When inquired about the possible comeback of other actors from the 1998 sequel, including Brandy Norwood, Hewitt replied, “I’ve certainly heard whispers about that. Yes, indeed,” and then quipped that he had to re-watch the films to recall who made it out alive. Initially, he thought, “We need Jack Black!” but then realized, “Oh dear, he was killed off.” This refers to Black’s character being fatally stabbed with a gardening tool in the movies.
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