“‘Elle’ Prequel Series Announces Release Date and Secures Season 2 Renewal”
Amazon MGM Studios and Hello Sunshine have officially announced that the highly anticipated prequel series, ‘Elle,’ will premiere on July 1, 2026. The series, which explores the high school years of Elle Woods, has already secured a renewal for Season 2.
Series Overview
Set to stream on Prime Video, ‘Elle’ follows the journey of Elle Woods, the beloved character from the Legally Blonde films. Season 1 dives into the experiences that shape her into the Harvard Law student fans know and adore.
Reese Witherspoon’s Role
Reese Witherspoon, who originally portrayed Elle Woods, expressed her enthusiasm about the project. She stated, “Twenty-five years after the world met Elle Woods, it’s a dream come true to share the story of how she became the unstoppable force we all fell in love with.” Witherspoon also praised Lexi Minetree, the young actress stepping into Elle’s shoes, highlighting her performance as a gratifying experience.
Production Team
- Creator: Laura Kittrell (High School, Insecure)
- Co-showrunners: Laura Kittrell and Caroline Dries
- Executive Producers: Reese Witherspoon, Lauren Neustadter, Marc Platt, Amanda Brown, and Jason Moore
- Director: Jason Moore (Pitch Perfect)
Cast Details
The cast of ‘Elle’ includes:
- Lexi Minetree as Elle Woods
- June Diane Raphael as Eva Woods (Elle’s mother)
- Tom Everett Scott as Wyatt Woods (Elle’s father)
- Supporting Cast: Gabrielle Policano, Jacob Moskovitz, Chandler Kinney, Zac Looker
- Recurring Roles: Jessica Belkin, Logan Shroyer, Amy Pietz, Matt Ober, Chloe Wepper, David Burtka, Brad Harder, Kayla Maisonet, Lisa Yamada, James Van Der Beek
Creative Vision
Peter Friedlander, Global Head of Television at Amazon MGM Studios, highlighted the series’ aim to capture the essence of Elle Woods. He emphasized that ‘Elle’ not only reflects confidence and optimism but also presents a fresh coming-of-age narrative.
Friedlander added, “Ordering a second season speaks to our belief in the creative vision and the incredible team behind the series, and we’re excited for audiences to experience Elle’s journey starting with Season One.”
With new fans and longtime followers of the Legally Blonde franchise eagerly awaiting its debut, ‘Elle’ promises to embody themes of kindness, authenticity, and self-belief. Mark your calendars for the premiere on July 1, 2026.
