Overview

• Jenna Ortega and Taylor Russell are reportedly in negotiations to star in a remake of the 1992 film 'Single White Female,' based on John Lutz's novel 'SWF Seeks Same.'
• The project is being developed by Elizabeth Gabler’s 3000 Pictures in partnership with Sony, but no director or screenplay details have been announced yet.
• Ortega and Russell, both rising stars, are expected to have creative input as producers, marking a departure from the original film's all-white lead cast.
• The original movie, directed by Barbet Schroeder, explored themes of obsession and identity theft, grossing $48 million domestically on a $16 million budget.
• This modern reimagining aims to bring a fresh perspective to the story, reflecting contemporary social dynamics and diversity.