Revamping the Cosmos: Edgar Wright Eyed to Direct Sydney Sweeney’s Barbarella Reimagining

Sony Pictures is breathing fresh life into the Barbarella saga with talks of Edgar Wright stepping into the director’s chair, while Jane Goldman and Honey Ross negotiate to pen the script, confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. The project, still in its nascent stages, promises a contemporary spin on the iconic character birthed from the pages of Jean-Claude Forest’s French comic series.

Barbarella, the intergalactic mercenary, first leapt onto screens in 1968, embodied by Jane Fonda in a cult classic rendition. Sydney Sweeney’s attachment to the reboot was disclosed back in 2022, solidifying her ongoing collaboration with Sony. Having recently graced the screens in the studio’s rom-com *Anyone but You* alongside Glen Powell and the superhero flick *Madame Web* with Dakota Johnson, Sweeney continues to deepen her ties with the powerhouse production house.

Edgar Wright, celebrated for his directorial prowess in films like *Last Night in Soho*, *Baby Driver*, and *Scott Pilgrim vs. the World*, is poised to steer this cosmic adventure. His imminent project, a reimagining of *The Running Man* for Paramount Pictures starring Glen Powell, underscores his penchant for cinematic reinvention.

Jane Goldman, the creative force behind scripts like *Kick-Ass*, *X-Men: First Class*, and the *Kingsman* franchise, alongside Honey Ross, known for her work on BBC One’s *Everything I Know About Love* and as Goldman’s daughter, bring a wealth of narrative finesse to the project.

In a conversation with British GQ earlier this year, Sydney Sweeney reflected on the significance of her role in *Madame Web*, emphasizing its instrumental role in fostering her relationship with Sony executives. “To me, that film was a stepping stone. It paved the way for me to establish a rapport with Sony. Without *Madame Web*, I wouldn’t have garnered the attention necessary to secure *Anyone but You* or *Barbarella*,” remarked the actress.

Deadline initially broke the news of Wright’s potential involvement in *Barbarella*.