Cole Sprouse, Kiernan Shipka to Star in 'Goodbye Girl' Film

Amazon MGM Studios announced the casting for the new romantic comedy, which begins filming this week in New Orleans.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 7:55pm

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Amazon MGM Studios has announced the casting for the upcoming film 'Goodbye Girl', with Cole Sprouse and Kiernan Shipka set to star. The romantic comedy will begin filming this week in New Orleans, with Shipka playing a professional heartbreaker hired to dump a groom-to-be, played by Sprouse, before his wedding. However, in true rom-com fashion, Jess (Shipka's character) ends up falling for the groom herself.

Why it matters

This new 'Goodbye Girl' film is a modern take on the classic 1977 romantic comedy of the same name, which starred Marsha Mason and Richard Dreyfuss. The casting of popular young actors like Sprouse and Shipka signals that the studio is aiming to appeal to a younger audience with this updated version.

The details

The script for 'Goodbye Girl' was written by Danielle Hoover and David Monahan, based on a story by Hoover, Monahan and Jessica Elbaum. Oran Zegman is set to direct the film, which is being produced by Gulfstream Pictures in partnership with Amazon MGM Studios.

  • Filming for 'Goodbye Girl' begins this week in New Orleans.

The players

Cole Sprouse

An American actor known for his roles in the TV series 'Riverdale' and the film 'Five Feet Apart'.

Kiernan Shipka

An American actress who has starred in shows like 'Mad Men' and 'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina'.

Gulfstream Pictures

An American production company that is co-producing the 'Goodbye Girl' film with Amazon MGM Studios.

Danielle Hoover

One of the writers of the 'Goodbye Girl' script, along with David Monahan and Jessica Elbaum.

Oran Zegman

The director of the 'Goodbye Girl' film.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to have Cole and Kiernan on board for this modern take on a classic romantic comedy. Their chemistry and talent will bring this story to life in a fresh, exciting way.”

— Jessica Elbaum, Producer, Gulfstream Pictures (Breitbart.com)

What’s next

The film is expected to be released in theaters later this year, though an exact premiere date has not yet been announced.

The takeaway

The casting of popular young stars like Cole Sprouse and Kiernan Shipka in the lead roles of this updated 'Goodbye Girl' film signals that the studio is aiming to appeal to a new generation of romantic comedy fans, while still paying homage to the beloved 1977 original.