'13 Going on 30' Gets a Reboot on Netflix

March 26, 2026, 1:12 pm | Read time: 2 minutes

And the rejuvenation of well-known films and series in Hollywood continues. Ironically, this time it hits a cult hit from the 2000s that deals with sudden aging. A reboot is planned for “13 Going on 30.”

“13 Going on 30” Reboot in the Works at Netflix

“13 Going on 30” is a romantic comedy from 2004. Back then, superstar Jennifer Garner played the lead role as Jenna Rink, a teenager who suddenly wakes up in the body of a 30-year-old journalist. This leads to all sorts of chaos, especially since the young girl has no clue about dating and has to deal with it anyway.

The film still has many fans today and can be considered a modern classic. As the U.S. industry magazine “Deadline” now reports, Netflix is planning a reboot of “13 Going on 30.” Garner is involved again, but only behind the scenes as an executive producer.

Meet the New “13 Going on 30” Stars

The new lead roles have been cast with Emily Bader (“My Lady Jane”) and Logan Lerman (“Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters”). Brett Haley (“All the Bright Places”) is set to direct the film. The screenplay is primarily by Hannah Marks (“Turtles All the Way Down”) with additional work by Flora Greeson (known for “The Princess Diaries 3”).

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What exactly the new “13 Going on 30” will be about is not yet known and is currently being kept under wraps. However, it is safe to assume that at least the basic premise—sudden aging and the resulting problems—will remain intact.

The reboot was only a matter of time. The original’s popularity continues, prompting Jennifer Garner to even produce a stage musical in 2025.

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