Reese Witherspoon's Elle Prequel Series Plans Include March 2025 Filming

Reese Witherspoon is set to produce a prequel series titled 'Elle' for Prime Video, exploring the teenage years of the iconic character Elle Woods from the 'Legally Blonde' franchise. The idea for the series was inspired by the Netflix series 'Wednesday,' prompting Witherspoon to delve into Elle's high school experiences before her journey to Harvard Law. The show is in development by Amazon MGM Studios, with the script being crafted by Josh Schwartz and Stephanie Savage, known for their work on 'Gossip Girl.' While Witherspoon won't reprise her role as Elle, she is actively involved in the project through her production company, Hello Sunshine, and is currently overseeing the casting process. Filming is expected to commence in March 2025, with the series anticipated to premiere later in the year. The project reflects a growing interest in the character's backstory, especially as development on 'Legally Blonde 3' remains stalled.