It's official! After almost a decade, Renée Zellweger will return as Bridget Jones in the fourth film of the iconic romantic comedy saga, and she will do so accompanied by Hugh Grant, who reprises the character of Daniel Cleaver. On April 9, entertainment media such as Deadline and The Hollywood Reporter announced that Universal Pictures and Working Title have confirmed the cast of this new installment and already have a release date scheduled.
More than 20 years ago, in 2001, Renée Zellweger first gave life to the heroine in the film adaptation of the book series 'The diaryof Bridget Jones' and her work earned her her Oscar-nominated debut.
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Subsequently, she continued in the prominent role in two more feature films: 'Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason' and 'Bridget Jones's Baby', released in 2004 and 2016, respectively.
What will 'Bridget Jones 4' be about?
The 'Bridget Jones' saga, based on the popular novels by Helen Fielding, follows the adventures of the charming woman played by Zellweger. According to reports, the fourth film will be directed by Michael Morris ('To Leslie') and will be based on the third book in the written series, which is titled 'Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy'name given to the film project.
With Fielding's participation in the script, as in the three previous installments, 'Bridget Jones 4' will resume the life of the heroine, now a mother and widow in her fifties, as she faces the challenges of modernity and tries to balance family responsibilities with love and work. The plot develops with the addition of tweets and texts to her diary as new forms of expression. Additionally, her romance with a much younger man is highlighted, adding a new element to her romantic experiences.
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Cast of Bridget Jones 4'
Currently 54 years old, Renee Zellweger returns as the heroine Bridget Jones in what will be her first confirmed acting project after a long hiatus. The last film in her filmography, 'Judy', was released in 2019 and earned her her second Oscar, while her most recent series, 'The Thing About Pam', was released in 2002.
Meanwhile, Hugh Grant, 63, will once again take on the role of the rogue in love Daniel Cleaver, which he played in 2001 and 2004. It should be noted that the 'Wonka' actor did not participate in the third film of the blockbuster film franchise , so your return to it will occur after 20 years.
Likewise, we will see another familiar face again: Emma Thompson, interpreter of Dr. Rawlings in 'Bridget Jones 3' and co-writer of the same. According to Deadline, among the new faces will be Chiwetel Ejiofor and Leo Woodall, whose characters remain a mystery.
When will 'Bridget Jones 4' be released?
Get ready because 'Bridget Jones 4' ('Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy') will hit the screens on the most romantic date next year. The theatrical release of the film with Renée Zellweger and Hugh Grant has been scheduled for February 14, 2025 on an international level. It will also be available to stream through Peacock in the United States.
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