Blake Lively Shines at 'Another Simple Favor' Premiere Amidst Legal Battle

Blake Lively Shines at 'Another Simple Favor' Premiere Amidst Legal Battle

Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick Reunite for 'Another Simple Favor' Sequel

By M Muzamil Shami - March 8, 2025


Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick posing together on the red carpet at Another Simple Favor premiere at SXSW Film and TV Festival.
       Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick at Another Simple Favor premiere at SXSW.


Blake Lively made a dazzling return to the big screen with the premiere of Another Simple Favor at the SXSW Film and TV Festival. This marks her first major film appearance since her widely publicized legal battle with director Justin Baldoni.

A Star-Studded Premiere

The highly anticipated sequel saw Lively joined by co-star Anna Kendrick, renowned director Paul Feig, and other key cast members. Feig expressed his excitement about revisiting the characters, stating, "I love these characters so much, and thought they would be so fun to revisit."

Blake Lively’s Favorite Role Yet

The Gossip Girl star reprises her role as Emily Nelson, calling the character "my favorite character I have ever been fortunate enough to play." The sequel continues from the events of the 2018 hit film, following Stephanie Smothers (Kendrick) and Emily (Lively) to Capri for Emily’s extravagant wedding—packed with outrageous fashion, shocking twists, and mystery.

Balancing Comedy and Drama

Reflecting on the original film, Lively admitted she was unsure of its tone at first: "I was really nervous on the first one because I didn’t know if we were making a drama or a comedy. We asked Paul, and he said, ‘Yes,’ which is not really an answer."

Kendrick also shared insights about her character’s dynamic with Emily, joking, "If I’m going with her into certain peril, I guess she wouldn’t take any of it that seriously."

Amazon MGM Studios’ Theatrical Commitment

Ahead of the premiere, Amazon MGM Studios' executives Jennifer Salke and Courtenay Valenti emphasized the company's dedication to theatrical releases. Valenti stated, "This company is committed to theatrical, and I think the real evidence of it is our expansive slate." The studio aims to release 12 to 14 theatrical movies by 2026.

What’s Next for 'Another Simple Favor'?

With an intriguing storyline, a star-powered cast, and an internationally set mystery, Another Simple Favor is set to captivate audiences once again. Will Emily and Stephanie’s friendship survive another round of deception? Share your thoughts below!

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