Freakier Friday (2025): A Fun, Nostalgic Body-Swap Sequel That Delivers Heart and Humor
Freakier Friday brings the beloved body-swap comedy into 2025 with a fresh twist, modern flair, and the return of two iconic stars — Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. With its blend of family chaos, intergenerational conflict, and just the right amount of Disney magic, this sequel manages to be both a nostalgic throwback and a charming update.
A New Era, Same Magical Premise
Set 22 years after the events of the 2003 classic, the film sees Ana Coleman (Lohan) now a single mother raising her teenage daughter Harper (Julia Butters). In a classic rom-com meet-cute, Ana meets Eric (Manny Jacinto) — a handsome chef and single dad — when they literally bump into each other. As romance blooms, complications arise from their daughters, Harper and Eric’s daughter Lily (Sophia Hammons), who are far from thrilled at the thought of becoming stepsisters.
The Four-Way Body Swap
Everything changes after a visit to Madame Jen (a hilarious Vanessa Bayer), who triggers a magical body swap:
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Ana and Harper switch bodies.
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Tess (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Lily also switch.
This four-way body swap leads to comic mayhem, emotional revelations, and a look at family dynamics through a completely different lens. Watching Curtis and Lohan step back into these roles with renewed energy is a major highlight.
Legacy Characters Meet a New Generation
The sequel expertly blends legacy characters with new faces:
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Jamie Lee Curtis shines as Tess, now a grandmother who hilariously navigates teen angst.
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Lindsay Lohan shows her growth, transforming from rebellious teen to overprotective mom.
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Julia Butters is a perfect casting choice as Lohan’s daughter, bringing both sass and depth.
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Sophia Hammons, sporting a British accent, brings charm and vulnerability to Lily.
The return of Chad Michael Murray, Mark Harmon, and others provides just the right amount of fan service, while new additions like Jacinto help move the franchise forward.
Hits and Misses
Strengths:
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Lively performances from all four leads
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Clever use of modern themes, including therapy speak and technology
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Great comedic energy, especially from Curtis and Lohan
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A heartfelt evolution of the Tess–Anna relationship
Weaknesses:
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The complexity of the four-way swap occasionally becomes hard to follow
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Some character pairings, like Tess and Lily, lack emotional payoff
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Doesn’t quite capture the simple magic of the 2003 version
Still, the film succeeds by leaning into its legacy, delivering slapstick humor, genuine heart, and even a Chappell Roan soundtrack that brings it firmly into the present.
And yes — the end-credits bloopers are a delightful throwback that remind you just how much fun this cast had.
Final Verdict:
Freakier Friday is a joyful, chaotic, and ultimately heartfelt sequel that plays well with both nostalgic fans and a new generation. While it’s not quite as tight or emotionally resonant as the original, it’s still a feel-good crowd-pleaser worth watching.
SCORE: 7/10 — Good.
A successful and entertaining follow-up, though not without a few bumps in the magical journey.
