Summary:
- Mamma Mia! alum Meryl Streep recently commented about a possible threequel, revealing that a meeting is bound to happen.
- Other actors, such as Stellan Skarsgård, Christine Baranski, and Lily James are all eager to reprise their roles.
- The third movie will likely feature iconic songs from ABBA again, just like the first two titles.
The excitement around Mamma Mia! 3 just got a huge boost from Meryl Streep herself. The beloved actress, who famously portrayed Donna Sheridan in the 2008 hit Mamma Mia! and its 2018 sequel Here We Go Again, shared some hopeful news about the potential third installment of the series.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the project since its announcement in 2020 due to the pandemic and the recent Writers’ Strike, Streep’s recent comments at the Cannes Film Festival, where she received an Honorary Palme d’Or, have reignited anticipation.
Speaking to Deadline, Streep revealed that discussions about the next Mamma Mia! movie are about to take a serious step forward.
“A meeting is imminent. I don’t know how they’re going to do it. They have an idea. I haven’t heard it yet but it’s in [my diary] and I’m going to hear about it pretty soon. Of course I want to do it. I think folks love it,” she shared enthusiastically. This comes even though her character Donna appeared as a ghost in the sequel, leaving fans curious about her role in a third film.
The possibility of a Mamma Mia! 3 excites not only Streep but also other cast members. Actors from previous films such as Stellan Skarsgård, Christine Baranski, and Lily James have all expressed their willingness to return to their roles if a threequel gets the green light. This collective enthusiasm suggests that bringing the cast back together might be easier than expected.
Fans are also wondering whether Streep will return in the third movie, as her character Donna passed away in the second and came back as a spirit. While she could appear as a ghost for a second time, there’s also a chance that Mamma Mia! 3 will be a prequel movie, allowing Streep to appear as a real person again.
And then there’s the music—the heart of the Mamma Mia! franchise. Though the previous movies already tackled all the most iconic songs of the legendary band ABBA, there are still many more for the new sequel to explore. The remaining lesser-known tracks, like “Ring Ring” and “Under Attack,” along with songs from ABBA’s 2021 reunion album Voyage, could offer fresh material for the new soundtrack.
While Universal Pictures has yet to confirm the development of Mamma Mia! 3, the recent stir created by Streep’s comments has certainly provided a glimmer of hope to fans eager for another sequel. With the potential for new songs and a beloved cast eager to return, the stage seems set for more ABBA-fueled cinematic magic.
