Zac Looker, Jessica Belkin, Logan Shroyer join 'Legally Blonde' prequel series 'Elle'

ANI April 8, 2025 197 views

Prime Video is developing an exciting prequel series exploring Elle Woods' high school years before her iconic Harvard Law journey. The show will feature a talented young cast including Lexi Minetree as Elle and supporting actors like Zac Looker and Jessica Belkin. Executive produced by Reese Witherspoon, the series promises to reveal the origins of the beloved character from the original 2001 film. Fans can look forward to understanding how Elle's confidence and determination were shaped during her teenage years.

"We're excited to explore Elle Woods' journey before Harvard Law" - Hello Sunshine Production Team
Washington, April 8: Actors Zac Looker, Jessica Belkin, and Logan Shroyer have been cast for the upcoming Prime Video series 'Legally Blonde' prequel 'Elle,' reported Deadline.

Key Points

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Zac Looker plays socially conscious classmate of young Elle

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Jessica Belkin portrays Elle's best friend Madison

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Logan Shroyer cast as Elle's love interest Josh

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Reese Witherspoon involved as executive producer

According to the publication, Zac, who is best known for 'Geek Girl, will play a classmate of Elle's who cares deeply about social issues and often challenges those in charge. Jessica Belkin, best known for her role in American Horror Story: Hotel, will appear as Elle's best friend, Madison. Logan Shroyer, famous for This Is Us, has been cast as Josh--Madison's cousin and Elle's love interest.

They join the already announced cast, including Lexi Minetree as Elle, June Diane Raphael and Tom Everett Scott as Elle's parents, and others like Gabrielle Policano, Jacob Moskovitz, and Chandler Kinney.

According to Variety, the show will take viewers back to Elle Woods' high school days, giving fans a glimpse of the experiences that shaped her into the confident and determined woman fans loved in Legally Blonde.

Meanwhile, shooting for the series has just begun, reported Variety.

Lexi Minetree, who is often seen in small roles such as in Law & Order: SVU and The Murdaugh Murders, is set to take on her first lead role as young Elle Woods. The cast also includes Tom Everett Scott as Elle's father and June Diane Raphael as her mother.

Laura Kittrell and Caroline Dries serve as co-showrunners, with Witherspoon also involved as an executive producer. The series is produced by Amazon MGM and Witherspoon's company, Hello Sunshine.

The Legally Blonde franchise first began in 2001 with the hit film starring Witherspoon. It became a pop culture favorite, which later led to a sequel, a Broadway musical, and now a prequel series.

Reader Comments

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Sarah M.
So excited for this! The casting looks perfect 👏 Can't wait to see how they bring young Elle to life. The original movie was such an inspiration!
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Michael T.
Interesting choice to go with a prequel. I wonder if it will capture the same magic as the original. The cast seems promising though - Logan Shroyer was great in This Is Us.
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Jasmine K.
Jessica Belkin as Madison? Yesss! She was amazing in AHS. This cast is stacked with talent. Hope they do justice to the Legally Blonde legacy 💖
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David R.
I'm cautiously optimistic. Prequels can be tricky - hope they don't just rely on nostalgia. The original had such great character development. Fingers crossed!
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Emma L.
Lexi Minetree as Elle is such a good choice! She has that perfect mix of sweetness and strength. Can't wait to see her in this lead role ✨
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Tyler P.
Respectful criticism: I hope they don't make it too much of a teen drama. The original worked because it balanced fun with substance. Still, excited to see what they do!

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Legally Blonde Reese Witherspoon Prime Video Elle Woods Prequel Zac Looker Jessica Belkin Logan Shroyer
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