‘13 Going on 30’ Is Getting a Reboot! See the Original Cast Then and Now, Plus New Stars
See how the beloved cast has changed—and who's joining the reimagined version!
Key Takeaways
- A '13 Going on 30' reboot is in the works, with Emily Bader and Logan Lerman starring.
- Although it's unconfirmed, Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer are said to appear in the film.
- Here, take a look back on the original film and what the '13 Going on 30' cast looks like now.
Few romantic comedies capture both the intricacies of adolescence and the complicated nature of adulthood—but 13 Going on 30 (2004) managed to do so expertly. Tween Jenna Rink wants nothing more than to fit in with her school’s popular crowd, but after being humiliated by them at a birthday party, she makes a desperate wish to be “thirty, flirty and thriving.” Waking up the next morning in an adult body, an apartment of her own and with a job at Poise magazine, Jenna slowly learns that the person she became between 13 and 30 was nothing like she expected—especially when she discovers the way in which she dismissed Matty, her close friend and next-door neighbor, during her teen years when she became popular. As the film progresses and Jenna works to undo the mistakes of the last 17 years, she discovers what’s truly important in life in this heartwarming tale.
Fans of the original film have been celebrating the performances of Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo for years, and soon enough, this classic is getting a reboot. While Netflix has not yet announced an official release date for the 13 Going on 30 reboot, production began in Los Angeles on June 23, 2026, and is scheduled to wrap in August 2026.
The film’s reimagining will star Emily Bader, who showed off her leading lady skillset in Netflix’s People We Meet on Vacation, as well as Logan Lerman, who rose to fame with films like The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012) and Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010). While we don’t yet know whether the film will tell a new, separate story or be a retelling of the original, it’s safe to say we’re excited! Here, read all there is to know about who’s behind this new iteration—and find out who from the original cast is involved!
Who will star in the ‘13 Going on 30’ reboot?
In addition to Emily Bader and Logan Lerman, familiar faces such as Jessica Alba, Taylor Ortega, Tim Meadows, Dan Bucatinsky and Supriyah Ganesh will also star. Nasim Pedrad, Owen Thiele and Taylor Zakhar Perez will join the film as well, which is being directed by Brett Haley, who also led People We Meet on Vacation. And that’s not all! Jennifer Garner will also be serving as an executive producer!
“13 Going on 30 is one of those rare, perfect films,” Brett Haley told Tudum. “Funny, emotional, [and] deeply human, with unforgettable performances from Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo and Judy Greer. I’m a longtime fan, so stepping into this reimagining comes with tremendous responsibility. Jennifer Garner being on board as an executive producer, after playing such a big part of what made the original special, is especially meaningful.”
Will any of the original cast be joining?
According to Deadline, both Jennifer Garner and Judy Greer are said to make appearances in the film, though their participation has not been confirmed.
When does the ‘13 Going on 30’ reboot come out?
Currently, no details have been announced regarding the film’s premiere.
‘13 Going on 30’ cast then and now
Over 20 years since the movie originally premiered, take a peek at how the 13 Going on 30 cast has changed over the years
Jennifer Garner
After 13 Going on 30, Jennifer Garner cemented her status as America’s sweetheart, appearing in a wide variety of films and television series. Most recently, she could be seen in series like The Five Star Weekend and The Last Thing He Told Me.
Mark Ruffalo
After he brought Matty to life, Mark Ruffalo continued to have a wildly successful film career, leaving his mark on the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as well as in award-winning films such as Poor Things (2023) and drama series like Task.
Judy Greer
Judy Greer has also remained a fixture on screens after 13 Going on 30, some of her recent projects also include The Five Star Weekend, as well as The Last Thing He Told Me.
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