Lily Collins to Star as Audrey Hepburn in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' Film

The upcoming feature will chronicle the making of the 1961 classic romantic comedy.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 7:20pm

An abstract close-up image of shimmering sequins and shattered glass, capturing the high-fashion elegance and red-carpet glamour of classic Hollywood cinema.The upcoming film about the making of 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' will explore the timeless glamour and style that made the classic romantic comedy an enduring cultural touchstone.NYC Today

Actress Lily Collins has been cast to portray screen legend Audrey Hepburn in an upcoming film about the making of the 1961 romantic comedy 'Breakfast at Tiffany's.' The project is based on the New York Times bestseller 'Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M.: Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's and the Dawn of the Modern Woman' by Sam Wasson, which explores the development, production, and cultural impact of the beloved film.

Why it matters

Hepburn's portrayal of Holly Golightly in 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' is considered one of the most iconic performances in cinema history, cementing her status as a timeless style icon. This new film will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the classic, shedding light on the key figures who brought the movie to life and examining its lasting influence on Hollywood, fashion, and modern femininity.

The details

Collins, known for her role on the Netflix series 'Emily in Paris,' has long drawn comparisons to Hepburn for her classic features and style. The screenplay for the new film will be written by Alena Smith, and the project is currently in development through Collins' production company, Case Study Films. Over the years, Collins has frequently expressed her admiration for Hepburn, praising the icon's 'timeless features, elegance, and charm' that 'will always represent the epitome of grace.'

  • The film is currently in development.

The players

Lily Collins

An actress known for her role on the Netflix series 'Emily in Paris,' who has been cast to portray screen legend Audrey Hepburn in the upcoming film about the making of 'Breakfast at Tiffany's.'

Audrey Hepburn

A legendary actress whose portrayal of Holly Golightly in the 1961 film 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' is considered one of the most iconic performances in cinema history.

Sam Wasson

The author of the New York Times bestseller 'Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M.: Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany's and the Dawn of the Modern Woman,' which the new film is based on.

Alena Smith

The screenwriter who will be writing the screenplay for the upcoming film about the making of 'Breakfast at Tiffany's.'

Case Study Films

Lily Collins' production company, which is currently developing the new film.

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What they’re saying

“It's with almost 10 years of development and a lifetime of admiration and adoration for Audrey that I'm finally able share this. Honored and ecstatic don't begin to express how I feel.”

— Lily Collins, Actress

What’s next

The film is currently in development, and no release date has been announced yet.

The takeaway

This new film about the making of the iconic 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' will provide a unique behind-the-scenes look at one of the most beloved romantic comedies in cinema history, while also exploring Audrey Hepburn's enduring legacy as a style icon and trailblazer for modern femininity.