Cole Sprouse, Kiernan Shipka to Star in 'Goodbye Girl' Romantic Comedy

The new film from Amazon MGM Studios begins filming this week in New Orleans.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 6:15pm

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Amazon MGM Studios has announced the casting of Cole Sprouse and Kiernan Shipka in the romantic comedy film "Goodbye Girl". Shipka will play Jess, a professional heartbreaker, while Sprouse will portray a groom-to-be who Jess is hired to dump before his wedding. However, in true rom-com fashion, Jess ends up falling for the groom herself.

Why it matters

The 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 suggests the film is aiming to appeal to a new generation of romantic comedy fans.

The details

Filming for "Goodbye Girl" begins this week in New Orleans. The script was written by Danielle Hoover and David Monahan, based on a story they co-wrote with Jessica Elbaum. Oran Zegman is directing the project, which is being produced by Gulfstream Pictures in association with Amazon MGM Studios.

  • Filming begins this week in New Orleans.

The players

Cole Sprouse

An American actor known for his roles in the TV series "Riverdale" and films like "Five Feet Apart".

Kiernan Shipka

An American actress who rose to fame for her role as Sally Draper on the TV series "Mad Men" and has since starred in projects like the Netflix series "Chilling Adventures of Sabrina".

Danielle Hoover

A screenwriter who co-wrote the script for "Goodbye Girl" with David Monahan, based on a story they co-wrote with Jessica Elbaum.

David Monahan

A screenwriter who co-wrote the script for "Goodbye Girl" with Danielle Hoover, based on a story they co-wrote with Jessica Elbaum.

Oran Zegman

The director of "Goodbye Girl".

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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

What’s next

The film is expected to be released in theaters in 2027 following the completion of filming in New Orleans.

The takeaway

The casting of popular young actors like Cole Sprouse and Kiernan Shipka in the lead roles of "Goodbye Girl" signals Amazon MGM Studios' desire to appeal to a new generation of romantic comedy fans with a modern spin on a classic story.