Jon M. Chu, the director behind the smash hit Wicked, is taking on his next big project: a biopic about the life of Britney Spears. Based on her 2023 memoir The Woman In Me, the film will bring the pop star’s incredible journey to the silver screen.
Britney will be hands-on in the making
Fans of Britney can breathe easy—she will be deeply involved in the filmmaking process. “She’s going to be very involved,” Jon M. Chu told Entertainment Tonight. While the project is still in its early stages, Chu confirmed that Britney will play an active role in shaping how her story is told.
Casting speculation swirls
Naturally, casting rumors have already started circulating. Could Euphoria’s Sydney Sweeney take on the role of Britney? Or maybe TikTok star Addison Rae or actress Dove Cameron? Sabrina Carpenter, a pop star in her own right, has also been mentioned. But Chu isn’t ready to make any casting decisions just yet. “We’ll have to see what the approach of the movie is before we know who’s right for it,” he said.
Jon M. Chu’s longtime fan connection
It’s no surprise that Chu was chosen for this high-profile project. Not only did Wicked rake in over $600 million worldwide, but Chu is also a longtime fan of Britney Spears. He recalled seeing her perform as one of 12 acts at the Shrine Auditorium when they were both young. “I want to do her justice and tell her story right,” he said.
A Life filled with drama and triumph
At 43, Britney has lived through more than most people could ever imagine. Her memoir chronicles her childhood in Louisiana, her rise to fame, the unforgettable days of The Mickey Mouse Club, and the traumatic 13-year conservatorship that ended only recently.
What will the biopic focus on?
The big question on everyone’s mind: Will the film cover Britney’s entire life, or focus on a specific moment? Biopics of musicians, like A Complete Unknown about Bob Dylan or Deliver Me From Nowhere about Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska, have shown the appeal of focusing on specific chapters of an artist’s life. Will Britney’s biopic take a similar approach?
With Britney’s full involvement and Jon M. Chu at the helm, this biopic promises to be an unforgettable experience. As the film takes shape, one thing is clear: fans will get to see Britney’s story told in a way that is true to her journey.
