Overview

• Production for 'Elle,' the 'Legally Blonde' prequel series, officially started in early April 2025, with Reese Witherspoon sharing the first look at Lexi Minetree in character as Elle Woods.
• The series focuses on Elle Woods' high school experiences, showcasing the events that shaped her into the iconic character from the original films.
• Lexi Minetree was cast as the young Elle Woods in February 2025 after a nationwide search, with Witherspoon personally announcing the casting decision.
• The show features a strong supporting cast, including Tom Everett Scott as Elle's father and June Diane Raphael as her mother, along with other key roles.
• Produced by Hello Sunshine and Amazon MGM Studios, the series is directed by Jason Moore and co-showrun by Laura Kittrell and Caroline Dries, with no release date announced yet.