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Britney Spears Biopic Scripted by "New Girl" Creator
7 Jul
Summary
- Liz Meriwether to write Britney Spears' biopic screenplay.
- Film will adapt Spears' 2023 memoir "The Woman in Me."
- Jon M. Chu will direct the highly anticipated project.
Liz Meriwether, creator of acclaimed series like "New Girl," has been tapped to write the screenplay for Universal's forthcoming Britney Spears biopic.
Jon M. Chu, fresh off his directorial success with the "Wicked" films, is attached to direct. He will collaborate with producer Marc Platt on this project, which will adapt Spears' 2023 memoir, "The Woman in Me."
The memoir, which has sold over 6 million copies worldwide, chronicles Spears' journey from her childhood in Louisiana to teenage superstardom. It also delves into her battles with mental health, substance abuse, intense media scrutiny, and her relationships.
The book further details the challenging period of her court-ordered conservatorship, imposed by her parents from 2008 to 2021. The film aims to offer a comprehensive portrayal of these significant life events.
Chu has several projects in development following "Wicked," including adaptations of the EA video game "Split Fiction" and the "Hot Wheels" toy line. He is also co-directing an animated "Oh, the Places You'll Go!" with Ariana Grande.
