Director Jon M. Chu Discusses Choosing Actresses to Play Pop Stars and the Eras They Will Cover in His Upcoming Britney Spears Biopic

Jon M. Chu has provided an update on the highly anticipated Britney Spears biopic, which was first announced in August 2024 and is expected to draw inspiration from her memoir, The Woman in Me. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, the director revealed some details about the project while remaining tight-lipped on key aspects.

Casting Speculation

Jon acknowledged the buzz around fan casting, mentioning that names like Sydney Sweeney and Sabrina Carpenter have been floated as potential leads. However, he clarified that no decisions have been made, saying:

“I’ve seen all the fan casting… Maybe there’s a good idea out there, but we’ll have to see what the approach of the movie is before we know who’s right for it.”

Timeline and Britney’s Involvement

While the biopic is still in its early stages, Jon confirmed that Britney Spears will play a significant role in shaping the film:

“She’s going to be very involved… I have ideas and an approach, but it’s very early.”

Coverage of Britney’s Life

Jon remained mum on which eras of Britney’s life the movie would cover, leaving fans to speculate which chapters of the pop icon’s journey—from her rise to fame to her conservatorship battle—will be brought to the big screen.

The project is still in development, with no confirmed casting or production timeline. However, fans are already buzzing with excitement about the potential for a heartfelt and authentic portrayal of Britney’s life.