Spider-Man: No Way Home star Marisa Tomei will be back in a fan-favorite role for an upcoming sequel. Helmed by Carlson Young, the original R-rated romantic comedy debuted two years ago.
Marisa Tomei has officially signed on to Upgraded 2, the sequel to the 2024 romantic comedy, according to Deadline. She joins previously announced cast members Camila Mendes and Leslie Bibb in the upcoming film.
Mendes will reprise her role from the first movie as lead character Ana Santos, and production on Upgraded 2 is currently underway in Italy.
What was Marisa Tomei’s role in the first Upgraded movie?
Marisa Tomei played Ana’s demanding boss and auction house executive Claire Dupree. Upgraded followed Ana as she tried her best to impress Claire. However, things took a surprising turn when Ana was upgraded to first class during a work trip to London. On the flight, she met a handsome stranger named William who mistook Ana for her boss, setting off a chain of humorous and romantic events.
Prime Video’s Upgraded managed to receive mostly positive reactions. Currently, it holds a solid 76% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes. The romantic comedy’s ensemble cast also featured Archie Renaux, Thomas Kretschmann, Lena Olin, Rachel Matthews, and Andrew Schulz, among others.
Upgraded 2 will see a change behind the camera, with Becca Gleason taking over directing duties from Charles Young. Plot details remain under wraps for now. The screenplay is being written by Luke Roberts and Justin Matthews, who also worked on the original film.
The sequel is produced by Mike Karz and Bill Bindley alongside Camila Mendes, Rachel Matthews, Lena Roklin and Piers Tempest.
Amazon MGM Studios’ Upgraded 2 has yet to receive an official release date on Prime Video.