Lily Collins to Star as Audrey Hepburn in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' Behind-the-Scenes Film

The new movie will be based on a book about the making of the iconic 1961 film.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Audrey Hepburn's classic film Breakfast at Tiffany's is getting a new adaptation, with Lily Collins set to star as Hepburn. The upcoming movie will not be a direct retelling of the 1961 film, but will instead go behind-the-scenes and explore the making of the iconic movie. The film is based on the book Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M.: Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's and the Dawn of the Modern Woman by Sam Wasson.

Why it matters

Breakfast at Tiffany's has inspired generations of actors and filmmakers since its release, and this new project will provide a unique perspective on the making of the classic film. Collins' casting as Hepburn is also significant, as the two actresses have often been compared for their similar looks and styles.

The details

The new film will transport viewers from the Upper East Side to the pools of Beverly Hills, presenting Breakfast at Tiffany's in a way it has never been seen before - through the eyes of those who made it. Lily Collins will not only star in the movie, but will also serve as a producer. Alena Smith (Dickinson) will write the script, but a director has not yet been set.

  • The new Breakfast at Tiffany's film is set to be released in 2026.

The players

Lily Collins

An actress who will star as Audrey Hepburn in the new Breakfast at Tiffany's film. Collins will also serve as a producer on the project.

Audrey Hepburn

The iconic actress who starred in the original 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany's.

Sam Wasson

The author of the book Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M.: Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's and the Dawn of the Modern Woman, which the new film is based on.

Alena Smith

The writer who will pen the script for the new Breakfast at Tiffany's film.

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What they’re saying

“It's with almost 10 years of development and a lifetime of admiration and adoration for Audrey that I'm finally able share this. Honored and ecstatic don't begin to express how I feel…”

— Lily Collins (Instagram)

What’s next

A director has not yet been announced for the new Breakfast at Tiffany's film, but production is expected to begin in the coming years in order to meet the 2026 release target.

The takeaway

This new Breakfast at Tiffany's project will provide a fresh perspective on the making of the iconic 1961 film, delving into the behind-the-scenes stories and the cultural impact of the original. Lily Collins' casting as Audrey Hepburn is an intriguing choice that will surely draw comparisons between the two actresses.