Glen Powell Wants to Make 'Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants' with Nick Jonas

The actors bonded over a pair of jeans that connected them.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Actor Glen Powell revealed that he is open to the idea of making a movie with his friend Nick Jonas based on their recent social media interaction. In a video posted by Jonas, he discovered that a pair of jeans he wore on The Tonight Show had previously been worn by Powell, with a used plane ticket in the pocket as proof. Powell said Jonas FaceTimed him about posting the story, and he was enthusiastic about turning it into a film called "The Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants."

Why it matters

The lighthearted interaction between the two actors has sparked interest in a potential new buddy comedy or drama project that could capitalize on their real-life friendship and the unique circumstances that brought them together over a pair of well-traveled jeans.

The details

In the video posted by Jonas, he revealed that the jeans he wore on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon had previously been worn by his friend Glen Powell. Jonas found a used plane ticket with Powell's name on it in the pocket of the jeans, which had been lent to him by the brand. Powell said Jonas FaceTimed him to ask if he was okay with him posting the story, and Powell enthusiastically agreed, suggesting they turn it into a movie called "The Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants."

  • In early February 2026, Nick Jonas posted the video revealing the connection between the jeans.
  • Last summer, Glen Powell was a surprise guest at a Jonas Brothers concert in Boston, though he did not perform.

The players

Nick Jonas

An American singer, songwriter, and actor who rose to fame as a member of the pop rock band the Jonas Brothers.

Glen Powell

An American actor known for his roles in films such as "Everybody Wants Some!!" and "Top Gun: Maverick." He is currently preparing to portray a rock star in an upcoming Judd Apatow film.

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What they’re saying

“I was like, 'That is so random, yes.' The Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants, we have to make it something. I dunno, I loved it.”

— Glen Powell (Entertainment Tonight)

“There's no better friend to have in that scenario than Nick Jonas, that's for sure.”

— Glen Powell (Entertainment Tonight)

What’s next

The actors have not yet announced any concrete plans to develop a film based on their shared pair of jeans, but the positive response to the idea suggests it could be a project worth exploring further.

The takeaway

The lighthearted interaction between Nick Jonas and Glen Powell over a pair of well-traveled jeans has sparked interest in a potential new buddy comedy or drama project that could capitalize on their real-life friendship and the unique circumstances that brought them together.