Overview

• Garner confirmed she is still set to portray Madonna, calling the official biopic a work in progress in a new W Magazine video.
• Universal’s feature was reported paused in early 2023 as Madonna prioritized her Celebration Tour, then she later teased renewed script work in 2024.
• Deadline reported earlier this year that a separate limited series about Madonna is in development at Netflix with Shawn Levy, distinct from the feature film.
• Garner has described winning the role after an intensive audition process nicknamed the “Madonna boot camp,” which tested dancing and singing in front of Madonna.
• No production start or release date has been announced, and officials have not detailed whether Madonna will direct the final version.