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Cameron Diaz to Produce 'Requel' of '80s Comedy 'Troop Beverly Hills'
The new film will combine elements of a sequel and a reboot, with Diaz potentially starring as the lead.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:05am
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A vibrant, retro-inspired visual metaphor for the upcoming 'Troop Beverly Hills' requel, blending nostalgia and modern flair.Beverly Hills TodayCameron Diaz is set to produce a 'requel' - a combination of a sequel and a reboot - of the 1989 comedy film 'Troop Beverly Hills'. While the original film, starring Shelley Long, was a box office bomb, it has since gained a cult following. Diaz is in talks to potentially star in the new version, which will be written and directed by Clea DuVall. The film is being developed at Tri-Star Pictures, with the studio hoping to capture the success of Diaz's 2014 remake of 'Annie'.
Why it matters
The planned 'Troop Beverly Hills' requel is an example of Hollywood's continued interest in reviving nostalgic properties, especially comedies from the 1980s and 1990s that have developed cult followings over time. While the original film was not a critical or commercial success, its enduring popularity suggests there may be an audience for a new take on the story, especially with a proven comedic talent like Diaz potentially attached.
The details
The original 'Troop Beverly Hills' was released in 1989 and starred Shelley Long as the leader of a troop of Girl Scouts in Beverly Hills. Despite earning just $8 million at the box office and receiving poor reviews, the film has found new life on home video, streaming, and cable over the past three decades. The upcoming 'requel' will combine elements of a sequel and a reboot, allowing the filmmakers to both continue the original story and introduce a new take on the material. While Diaz is set to produce the film, she is also in talks to potentially star as the new troop leader, taking over the role that earned Long acclaim from the movie's fanbase.
- Troop Beverly Hills was released in theaters in March 1989.
- The new 'requel' is currently in development at Tri-Star Pictures.
The players
Cameron Diaz
An American actress who is slated to produce and potentially star in the new 'Troop Beverly Hills' requel.
Shelley Long
The actress who starred as the troop leader in the original 1989 film 'Troop Beverly Hills'.
Clea DuVall
The writer and director who will be helming the new 'Troop Beverly Hills' requel.
Tri-Star Pictures
The studio developing the new 'Troop Beverly Hills' requel, hoping to capture the success of Diaz's 2014 remake of 'Annie'.
What’s next
The studio is currently in the process of finalizing the cast and production details for the new 'Troop Beverly Hills' requel, with an expected release date still to be determined.
The takeaway
The planned 'Troop Beverly Hills' requel is a testament to Hollywood's continued interest in reviving nostalgic properties, especially comedies from the 1980s and 1990s that have developed cult followings over time. The new film will aim to capture the spirit of the original while also introducing a fresh take on the story, potentially with a proven comedic talent like Cameron Diaz in the lead role.
