Here’s the scoop: Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan, the beloved duo from “Freaky Friday,” are officially back in action. Yes, you heard it right – “Freaky Friday 2” is soon to hit a theater near you – a piece of news more electric than a bolt of lightning in a soda bottle.

An Electrifying Sequel

Disney promises the sequel to stitch together the threads of the 2003 film while weaving in exciting new elements. The plot zooms in on Anna (Lohan), whose life has now been enriched by a daughter and an incoming stepdaughter. Just when the family thinks they’re in for the usual roller-coaster ride of blending families, Tess (Curtis) and Anna realize that the universe might have another body-swapping trick up its quirky sleeve. Embrace yourselves for some fresh identity swapping hullabaloo, folks!

A Star-Studded Lineup

And here’s the real treat: Curtis and Lohan aren’t the only familiar faces returning to your screens. Our dear original cast featuring Mark Harmon, Chad Michael Murray, Christina Vidal Mitchell, Haley Hudson, Lucille Soong, Stephen Tobolowsky, and Rosalind Chao will be back too. Plus, showing up for the freaky party are new entrants: Julia Butters, Sophia Hammons, Manny Jacinto, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan. Not to mention the exceptional Manny Jacinto, fresh off the success of his stint on “The Acolyte”.

Even Chad Michael Murray is buffing up his charm for a return as the irresistible Jake, as a preview dimly suggests. The film is being whipped into shape under the adroit direction of Nisha Ganatra.

The Clock’s Ticking: Release on the Horizon

You’d better start counting the days because cinematic magic is brewing. Production for “Freaky Friday 2” kicked off in June 2024, and the curtain is set to rise in 2025. While waiting may be a tad bit tiresome, you could always revisit the original movie on Disney+, thus basking in an air of nostalgia before riding the fresh wave of this sequel.

So, brace yourself for a thunderous collision of old-school charm and modern mischief as “Freaky Friday 2” promises to turn your world upside down- literally!