Blake Lively's highly anticipated film project, the sequel to her 2018 hit 'A Simple Favor,' has been officially titled 'Another Simple Favor' and is scheduled to premiere at the SXSW festival in Austin, Texas next month. The film, a thriller-comedy, reunites Lively with her co-star Anna Kendrick and director Paul Feig. Set in the picturesque island of Capri, Italy, the story follows Stephanie Smothers (Kendrick) and Emily Nelson (Lively) as they attend Emily's lavish wedding to a wealthy Italian businessman. The plot promises a mix of glamour, murder, and betrayal, offering a wedding with unexpected twists and turns.
Joining Lively and Kendrick in the cast are Andrew Rannells, Elizabeth Perkins, Henry Golding, and Allison Janney, among others. The film's premiere announcement comes amidst legal turmoil for Lively related to her 2024 film 'It Ends With Us,' where she has accused her co-star and director Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment and retaliation. Baldoni, in turn, has denied the allegations and filed a lawsuit against Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds, alleging civil extortion, defamation, and invasion of privacy. The legal battle is ongoing, with a trial date set for the spring of 2026.
'Another Simple Favor' is set to debut on March 7 at the opening night of the SXSW festival and will be available for streaming on Prime Video starting May 1. Fans of Lively and Kendrick can look forward to an exciting and suspenseful cinematic experience as the duo navigates the complexities of friendship, love, and deception in the stunning backdrop of Capri, Italy.
