Emily Bader, Logan Lerman to star in '13 Going on 30' reboot at Netflix

The classic 2004 rom-com is getting a new adaptation on the streaming platform.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 3:15pm

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Netflix has announced that a reboot of the 2004 romantic comedy film "13 Going on 30" is in the works, with Emily Bader and Logan Lerman set to star as the main couple. The new version will be directed by Brett Haley, who previously worked with Bader on the Netflix film "People We Meet on Vacation". Jennifer Garner, who starred in the original, will serve as an executive producer on the project.

Why it matters

The 2004 film "13 Going on 30" was a beloved romantic comedy that resonated with audiences. A reboot of the classic story has the potential to introduce the charming premise to a new generation of viewers and capitalize on the continued popularity of the original.

The details

The original "13 Going on 30" followed teenager Jenna, played by Jennifer Garner, who makes a wish on her 13th birthday and wakes up the next morning as a 30-year-old woman living her dream life as an editor at a fashion magazine. While plot details for the reboot have not been revealed, the new version will star Emily Bader and Logan Lerman as the main couple.

  • The original "13 Going on 30" was released in 2004.
  • The reboot announcement was made by Netflix on Tuesday, March 25, 2026.

The players

Emily Bader

An actress who previously starred in the Netflix romantic comedy "People We Meet on Vacation".

Logan Lerman

An actor known for his roles in films such as the "Percy Jackson" series and "The Perks of Being a Wallflower".

Brett Haley

The director of the new "13 Going on 30" reboot, who has previously worked with Emily Bader.

Jennifer Garner

The star of the original 2004 "13 Going on 30" film, who will serve as an executive producer on the reboot.

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The takeaway

The reboot of the beloved romantic comedy "13 Going on 30" presents an opportunity to introduce the charming premise to a new generation of viewers, while also capitalizing on the continued popularity of the original film.