A Simple Favor 2 is finally happening, and I can die happy now.
Okay, dramatics aside, when A Simple Favor came out in 2018, I knew for a fact that this movie would become my whole personality for the next couple of years, and it did, because I have recommended this movie to almost every person I can.
Now, we know that A Simple Favor 2 is confirmed and happening, and while it probably won't be on any 2024 movie schedule, we at least know a decent amount. Who is going to star? And, what is this new film about? This is what we know so far.
What Is The A Simple Favor 2 Release Date?
At the time of updating this in July 2024, there is no set release date for A Simple Favor 2, which isn't that surprising. Amazon Prime officially announced the film in March 2024. However, maybe we could get it on a 2025 release schedule.
This year is already packed to the brim with upcoming films, from the highly anticipated Deadpool & Wolverine to long-wanted Beetlejuice Beetlejuice to so many more. It’s going to be a packed year.
That does mean that 2025 could hold a great release date for A Simple Favor 2, and yes, I will enjoy it.
The A Simple Favor 2 Cast
Several cast members are confirmed to return for A Simple Favor 2 from Amazon Studios. Let's get into the full lineup below:
Blake Lively as Emily Nelson
As confirmed when the film was first talked about Blake Lively, who is mainly known for starring in the Gossip Girl cast, several awesome movies, and her adorable friendship with Taylor Swift, is returning as Emily Nelson in A Simple Favor 2.
Anna Kendrick as Stephanie Smothers
Anna Kendrick, who has appeared in films like the Pitch Perfect franchise, Noelle, and more, would return as Stephanie Smothers.
Henry Golding as Sean Townsend
Henry Golding, who’s appeared in movies such as Crazy Rich Asians, Last Christmas, The Gentleman, and Snake Eyes, will be backas Sean Townsend.
Andrew Rannells as Darren
Andrew Rannells, known for his stage presence and several TV shows, including The New Normal and Girls, will be returning as Darren in A Simple Favor 2.
Bashir Salahuddin as Detective Summerville
Bashir Salahuddin, who has held roles in Miller's Girl, Family Switch, Cyrano, and more, as well as in the TV series, The Dropout, will return as Detective Summerville.
Joshua Satine as Miles Smothers
Joshua Satine has made appearances in The Watcher, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Hunters, but he will be returning as Miles Smothers in A Simple Favor 2. .
Ian Ho as Nicholas "Nicky" Townsend-Nelson
Ian Ho is a young actor who has appeared in several children's series and other shows, such as Goosebumps and Kung Fu, but now he will be back as Nicky Townsend-Nelson in A Simple Favor 2.
Kelly McCormack as Stacy
Kelly McCormack, who is known for her roles in Killjoy and Letterkenny, will come back as Stacy.
Aparna Nancherla as Sona
Confirmed by Deadline in late March 2024, Aparna Nancherla, known for her parts in BoJack Horseman and Corporate, will come back as Sona
While we have plenty of returning cast members, let's talk about the new ones as well. In the Deadline article where Nancherla's return was confirmed, so were several new cast members. These are:
Allison Janney
Variety confirmed that comedic veteran Allison Janney, who has appeared in films like I, Tonya, American Beauty, Spy, Bad Education, and more, would play a role in A Simple Favor 2.
Elena Sofia Ricci
Deadline confirmed that Elena Sofia Ricci, who has mainly appeared in Italian films, like Superheroes, Loro and more. will appear in A Simple Favor 2.
Michele Morrone
Michele Morrone, primarily known for his role in the Netflix's 365 Days trilogy. is confirmed to appear in the sequel.
Elizabeth Perkins
Elizabeth Perkins, who held Weeds for several years and has also appeared in movies like About Last Night, Hop, and more will also appear in A Simple Favor 2.
Alex Newell
Alex Newell, known for their roles in the Glee cast and in Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist, where they sang their butt off, will appear in A Simple Favor 2, further showing their comedic prowress..
Taylor Ortega
Taylor Ortega, who’s had roles in Welcome to Flatch and Party Down, will appear in A Simple Favor 2.
Lorenzo de Moor
Lorenzo de Moor, an Italian actor has appeared in several international films like Robbing Mussolini, is confirmed to appear in A Simple Favor 2.
All of their roles right now are undisclosed. But with a cast like this, I have a feeling that A Simple Favor 2 is going to knock our socks off.
What A Simple Favor 2 Is About
If you're wondering what A Simple Favor 2 will be about, Amazon Prime gave us an idea. A Simple Favor 2 will take us to Italy, where Emily is getting married to an Italian businessman. But, of course, "murder and betrayal" will be a massive part of this wedding, with several "twists and turns" that will surely knock us off our feet.
I will say, it is a bit strange considering the end of the film saw Emily in prison, of all places, so I'm not sure how on Earth she's marrying an Italian businessman. But, if someone could make it work, I think Emily would be the person to do it.
Henry Golding even commented on the upcoming movie in an interview with Entertainment Tonight in April 2024, saying that the movie was “turning up the dial” when it came to hilarity, and that Feig (the director) is bringing back what fans adored regarding the film in the first place:
Paul [Feig] is pulling out all the stops and bringing the fans what they loved so much about the first. Just the hilariousness and all the absurdity of the situation.
Ugh, can we get this movie already please?
Paul Feig Directs
Amazon Prime also confirmed Paul Feig would return to direct A Simple Favor 2. The director has produced projects like Last Christmas, 2016's Ghostbusters, and Bridesmaids, where we got the hilarious Bridesmaids cast.
Also confirmed is Jessica Sharzer teaming up with Feig again to return to write the script for this sequel, so we'll get a familiar collaboration.
Feig actually spoke about creating the sequel in an interview with Variety in May 2024, as this is actually the first sequel that the director has ever done, and that he just really wanted to revisit the characters but make sure the script was perfect before doing so:
It’s a lot because also if you look at my work, I’ve never done a sequel before just for that very reason. I’ve always tried to stay away from it but this one I just loved these characters and always felt we can revisit them…we threw out the original draft that was going to get made. We were like, ‘As much as we like what we have here, we don’t think this is what the people who really loved the first movie are going to 100 percent want.’ We’ve been working on it for two and half years now, almost three, developing it and getting it right.
As someone who has been looking forward to this sequel for years now, I can’t wait to see what they have – and how hilarious it’s probably going to be.
A Simple Favor 2 Will Go Directly To Streaming
While A Simple Favor had a theatrical release, A Simple Favor 2 will go directly to streaming on Amazon Prime, releasing in 240 countries. We're not sure why the switch to streaming happened, but at least we'll be able to see it as soon as it comes out.
Filming Wrapped In May 2024
The last thing we know is that A Simple Favor 2 is that filming is already done. . Deadline confirmed that cameras were set to start rolling, but The Daily Mail spotted the cast and crew filming in April 2024. However, Paul Feig confirmed on his Instagram in May 2024 that filming had come to an end:
That means that a possible 2025 release date could be close – who’s as excited as I am?
I'm super eager for this film, and if you haven't had the chance to check out the original, I'd highly recommend it. Trust me – you'll become obsessed with it just like I was, and then some.
