Jennifer Garner set to reprise her role in Yes Day sequel after inking new partnership deal with Netflix
She’s unafraid to say yes to the right opportunities.
And Jennifer Garner will reprise her role as Allison Torres for an upcoming sequel to the family friendly flick Yes Day.
Garner’s gig is part of a new partnership deal with Netflix where she’s also set to star in and produce additional movies for the streaming giant.
Boss: Jennifer Garner’s new partnership deal with Netflix where she’s also set to star in and produce additional movies for the streaming giant
Based upon the children’s book of the same name by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld, the film followed a family who decided to have a one-time, 24-hour period where the parents could not say no.
Edgar Ramirez starred as Carlos Torres, with Jenna Ortega, Julian Lerner and Everly Carganilla portraying their children.
Scott Stuber, Netflix’s head of global film who first worked with Garner on the 2007 Universal film The Kingdom, confirmed the news to The Hollywood Reporter.
Good times: The 49-year-old actress will reprise her role as Allison Torres for an upcoming sequel to the family friendly flick Yes Day
Good times: Based upon the children’s book of the same name by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld, the film followed a family who decided to have a one-time, 24-hour period where the parents could not say no
‘As an actor, she’s proven herself to be incredibly versatile in unforgettable roles spanning fast-paced action, heartfelt comedies and thought-provoking dramas,’ he said. ‘She approaches every aspect of her work with such detail and preparation, which makes her an extremely valuable partner and producer.’
‘Having known Scott for fifteen years, there is a reason his relationships in the business stand the test of time. He is as true blue as he is smart and intuitive about filmmaking,’ Garner said.
‘I had the most gratifying, creative, experience bringing Yes Day to life. Seeing Netflix’s global reach as the Torres family wreaked havoc in homes all over the world makes me eager to dive in with another Day of Yes; I can’t wait.’
Anything goes: Edgar Ramirez starred as Carlos Torres, with Jenna Ortega, Julian Lerner and Everly Carganilla portraying their children
Jennifer is also set to star alongside Ryan Reynolds, Zoe Saldana and Mark Ruffalo in the sci-fi film The Adam Project.
Outside of the deal, she’ll star and produce in the comedy Family Leave, which is inspired by Rosenthal’s book, Bedtime for Mommy.
Garner shares co-parenting responsibilities of her three children — Violet, Seraphina and Samuel — with ex Ben Affleck.
A source recently told Us Weekly that Ben’s rekindled romance with ex-fiancee Jennifer Lopez has Garner’s ‘seal of approval.’
‘JLo thinks Jennifer is a kind and wonderful person and an amazing mother,’ the insider added.
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