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Meryl Streep to Play Joni Mitchell in Biopic
1 Feb
Summary
- Meryl Streep will portray Joni Mitchell in a new biopic.
- Clive Davis confirmed the casting at his pre-Grammy party.
- Cameron Crowe is directing the long-in-development film.

During his annual pre-Grammy party on Saturday, record executive Clive Davis officially confirmed that Meryl Streep has been cast as Joni Mitchell in a biopic.
Directed by Cameron Crowe, the film has been in development for several years. Crowe has maintained a close relationship with Mitchell since interviewing her for Rolling Stone in 1979.
Crowe revealed in October 2025 that the project is deeply personal, drawing directly from Mitchell's perspective. The singer has preserved many personal items, including costumes and instruments, which will contribute to the film's authenticity.



