Paramount Pictures Develops Sequel to Rom-Com Classic 'How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days' After Two Decades

More than 20 years after the release of the hit film “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” (2003), Paramount Pictures is currently developing a sequel to the beloved romantic comedy that originally starred Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson.

według Deadline, the project remains in its early stages, and casting has not yet begun. While plot details and the screenwriter have not been disclosed, Kate Hudson is actively involved as a producer, with hopes that Matthew McConaughey will return to reprise his role as Benjamin Barry.

Directed by Donald Petrie, the original 2003 film followed journalist Andy Anderson (Hudson) and advertising executive Benjamin Barry (McConaughey) as they entered a relationship fueled by hidden agendas. While Andy aimed to drive him away to gather material for an article on dating dynamics, Benjamin wagered that he could make her fall in love with him within ten days, leading to unexpected complications. The movie became a major box office success, grossing over $178 million worldwide.

The sequel announcement arrived shortly after Matthew McConaughey shared on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” remains “an endless treasure.” He noted that he continues to receive ongoing royalties from the project, which he considers his favorite romantic movie and a defining milestone in romantic comedy history.

Matthew McConaughey gained widespread fame through early 2000s romantic comedies before shifting toward dramatic cinema, ultimately winning the Academy Award for Best Actor for “Dallas Buyers Club” in 2013. Meanwhile, Kate Hudson—who earned Academy Award nominations for “Almost Famous” and “Song Sung Blue”—continues to be closely tied to romantic comedy hits, most recently appearing in the television series “Running Point”.