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A third Bridget Jones movie?

July 16th 2009 11:57
Speculation was rife last year that a third Bridget Jones movie was to be made, despite there being no third book by Helen Fielding to base it on. However, it seems that this time, the rumours are true: Working Title has confirmed that it has begun developing the film, set for release in 2011. Renee Zellweger is expected to reprise her role as the bumbling, lovable Bridget - and this time, she'll be trying for a baby.

renee zellweger as bridget jones
Renee Zellweger as Bridget Jones



Personally, I'm doubtful as to whether Zellweger would be willing to take on the role of Bridget yet again. Although she said last year that if a third movie "worked into my life and if it was worthwhile and was interesting I would do it", she has also expressed concerns for her health: the role requires her to gain a considerable amount of weight, which is a tall order for someone as naturally petite as Zellweger, and something that the Oscar winner struggled with while making the first two movies.

There's also the possibility that audiences have had enough of Bridget, but with Bridget Jones's Diary and its sequel, Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason grossing a combined $US482 million at the box office, chances are that they'd be willing to embrace her for a third outing. No writer or director has been assigned to the project yet, as it is still in its very early stages, but insiders are already anticipating that Hugh Grant and Colin Firth will be making a return to the franchise as well. I'll keep you updated.


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Comment by Nevar

July 17th 2009 00:26
Renee Zellweger and a 3rd Bridget Jones movie, an oddly funny combination that works JW, my wife and I love her portrayal of Bridget.

Comment by Journeywoman

July 17th 2009 00:53
Isn't she fabulous? I have to admit I was never the biggest fan of Fielding's books, but the movies were great IMO. Zellweger really owned that role... here's hoping she signs on for number three.

Comment by Nevar

July 17th 2009 01:03
uh, hey, would you mind not telling many folks that I like her movies? It's a guy thing . . . ha ha haaa.

Comment by Journeywoman

July 17th 2009 01:11


I wouldn't be too concerned. I know a 'tough guy' who cried watching The Notebook. Enough said!

Comment by Natalina

July 17th 2009 01:46
Oh please let it happen! What a great character! There are so many parts of those movies that make you laugh/cry, because they're so relatable. Like at the very beginning of the first one when she is singing "All by Myself" in her pajamas...Oh god, I was laughing and crying at the same time thinking, oh girl, I've been there!

Comment by Morgan Bell

July 18th 2009 06:40
since theyre writing it from scratch maybe they could work in a storyline about how Bridget becomes a gym junkie, then Renee wont have to alter her appearance at all

Comment by Journeywoman

July 18th 2009 06:45
ahh but she just wouldn't be Bridget if she was fit and healthy! She did try to get fit in the first movie, but failed miserably... I think most women prefer her this way!

Comment by Tracy

July 18th 2009 08:37
I would definitely see it

Comment by DeAnne

July 18th 2009 18:21
I love the Bridget Jones movies! I must admit, I relate to Bridget because she's on the heavy side, but I'm sure Renee Zelwegger could pull off something that let her be a little more fit. Afterall, after the second movie, she's blissfully happy! Either way, I hope they do the third movie.

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