Glen Powell and Nick Jonas Discuss 'Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants' Movie

The actors reveal they want to turn a viral video into a new film project.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Actors Glen Powell and Nick Jonas have discussed the possibility of turning a viral video about a pair of shared jeans into a new movie called "The Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants." The idea originated when Jonas posted a video revealing that the jeans he wore on "The Tonight Show" had previously been worn by his friend Powell, with a used plane ticket in the pocket as proof. Powell said he was open to the idea, and the two friends are now exploring ways to develop the concept into a full-fledged film project.

Why it matters

The potential "Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants" movie highlights the creative ways that celebrities can leverage social media and viral moments to develop new entertainment projects. It also demonstrates the strong friendship and collaborative spirit between Powell and Jonas, who have previously supported each other's acting endeavors.

The details

In the viral video, Jonas revealed that the jeans he wore on "The Tonight Show" had previously been worn by his friend Powell, with a used plane ticket in the pocket as proof. Powell said Jonas FaceTimed him to ask if he was okay with the story being shared, and Powell enthusiastically endorsed the idea of turning it into a movie. The two actors are now exploring ways to develop the concept further.

  • In early February 2026, Nick Jonas posted the viral video about the shared jeans.
  • On February 14, 2026, Glen Powell attended a special screening of the film "How To Make a Killing" in Los Angeles.

The players

Glen Powell

An American actor known for his roles in films such as "Scream Queens" and "Top Gun: Maverick."

Nick Jonas

An American singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as a member of the pop rock band the Jonas Brothers.

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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 are currently exploring ways to develop the "Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants" concept into a full-fledged film project.

The takeaway

The potential "Brotherhood of the Traveling Pants" movie demonstrates the creative ways that celebrities can leverage social media and viral moments to develop new entertainment projects, while also highlighting the strong friendship and collaborative spirit between Powell and Jonas.