Freakier Friday

If you loved the body-swap chaos of Freaky Friday back in 2003, get ready—because Freakier Friday brings the magic (and mayhem) back with a fresh twist and a new generation. Directed by Nisha Ganatra and written by Jordan Weiss, this fantasy comedy sequel reunites Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan as Tess and Anna Coleman, now navigating the wild world of blended families, teenage drama, and—you guessed it—another unexpected switcheroo.

Set 22 years after the original, Anna is now a music producer and a single mom to her teenage daughter Harper. Things get complicated when Anna falls for Eric, a charming Brit and father to Lily, Harper’s snobby new classmate. As the two families prepare to merge, tensions rise between the soon-to-be stepsisters. But when a mysterious psychic and a freak earthquake enter the picture, Anna and Harper, along with Tess and Lily, find themselves swapping bodies in the most unexpected ways.

What follows is a hilarious and heartfelt journey as the four women try to navigate each other’s lives, uncover hidden truths, and maybe even learn a thing or two about empathy, love, and what it really means to be family. The film leans into the comedy of mistaken identities and awkward situations, but also delivers emotional beats that fans of the original will appreciate.

Freakier Friday is packed with nostalgia, bringing back familiar faces like Mark Harmon, Chad Michael Murray, and even the fictional band Pink Slip. There’s also a new generation of talent, including Julia Butters and Sophia Hammons, who hold their own alongside the returning cast. The soundtrack, featuring a revamped version of “Take Me Away,” adds a fun musical layer that ties it all together.

This movie is a great pick for fans of the original Freaky Friday, families looking for a fun night out, or anyone who enjoys a lighthearted comedy with a magical twist. If you're into heartfelt stories about family, second chances, and a bit of body-swapping chaos, you’ll probably have a blast. On the flip side, if you're looking for something super grounded or not into the whole magical realism thing, this might not be your jam.

Overall, Freakier Friday doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel—it just spins it a little faster and with more flair. It’s a fun, feel-good ride that proves lightning really can strike twice.