Reese Witherspoon Says Legally Blonde Prequel Series Is Inspired by Wednesday Addams

Reese Witherspoon has announced a new Legally Blonde prequel series inspired by Jenna Ortega’s portrayal of Wednesday Addams in the Netflix series Wednesday. The concept struck Witherspoon after watching Ortega depict Wednesday as a high schooler navigating her world, sparking the idea that Elle Woods’ teenage years could similarly be explored. Announcing her idea on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on January 29, Witherspoon expressed excitement for delving into Elle's personality and creativity before her law school days. "Seeing how [Gomez's high school experience] was portrayed was amazing," she explained, envisioning similar settings for Elle's formative years. This is prepared by SSP.

Elle’s pre-law adventures will be brought to life by a team of adept writers with Witherspoon as a producer. Amazon has taken up the show under the working title Elle. The casting process to find a young actress for the role has been a thrilling journey for Witherspoon, filled with vibrant auditions of enthusiastic young talents. This casting process even launched a social media appeal, highlighting Witherspoon’s commitment to capturing the essence of Elle Woods before entering the world of law.

Set to begin filming in March, the series promises to highlight Elle's distinct teenage journey. Meanwhile, Witherspoon is also gearing up for You’re Cordially Invited, her new film alongside Will Ferrell. While the fate of a potential third Legally Blonde movie remains uncertain, this anticipated series offers fans a fresh lens into the much-loved Elle Woods character during her high school years.

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