I loved the first Freaky Friday, and I’m happy to report that the sequel delivers exactly what fans have been craving. Freakier Friday isn’t just a reheated version of the original — it’s a full-on return to form, packed with energy, wit, and the kind of feel-good chaos that made the first film so memorable.
Jamie Lee Curtis is, once again, an absolute force of nature. She owns every scene she’s in, shifting from heartfelt to hysterical in the blink of an eye. Her physical comedy is razor-sharp, her timing flawless, and she has that uncanny ability to make even the most absurd moments feel completely believable. On the other side of the swap, Lindsay Lohan reminds us why she became a household name in the first place. She’s effortlessly funny, charming, and refreshingly committed to the role. Together, Curtis and Lohan rekindle their on-screen magic like no time has passed at all.
The story takes the familiar body-swap concept and plays it like a greatest hits album with a few surprise remixes. There are sly nods to the original — the kind that make long-time fans grin — but also enough fresh scenarios to keep things unpredictable. The humour lands fast and often, with jokes that are both smart and silly. You can tell the cast is having fun, and that energy is infectious.
What sets Freakier Friday apart from a lot of modern comedy sequels is its balance. It doesn’t get bogged down in trying to “go bigger” just for the sake of it. Instead, it focuses on delivering tight, well-paced laughs while sneaking in moments of genuine emotion. Underneath all the mistaken identities and slapstick chaos, there’s a story about family, empathy, and learning to appreciate each other’s lives — the very heart that made the original so enduring.
Visually, it’s bright, colourful, and buzzing with life. The pacing never drags, the set pieces are inventive without feeling overstuffed, and the soundtrack keeps the energy high. It’s the kind of movie that doesn’t just make you laugh — it makes you feel good.
In an era of cynical reboots and half-baked sequels, Freakier Friday is a rare treat: a comedy that respects its roots while confidently striding forward. Curtis and Lohan are a dream team, the laughs come thick and fast, and the nostalgia hits just right.
Simply put, it’s the most fun I’ve had in a cinema comedy in years.
A charmingly fun movie
Movie title: Freakier Friday (2025)
Movie description: ears after the events of Freaky Friday, Anna is getting ready to marry her fiancée, Eric Davies. Both she and Eric have teenage daughters, Harper and Lily, from previous relationships, and neither are keen to get along. But while Anna’s mother Tess is helping the new family get ready for the wedding, they all wake up to find that it’s happened again!
Date published: August 8, 2025
Country: UK
Duration: 1h 51m
Director(s): Nisha Ganatra
Actor(s): Jamie Lee Curtis, Lindsay Lohan, Julia Butters
Genre: Comedy , Family, Body Swap Comedy
Summary
Visually, the film is bright, colourful, and full of life. The pacing is steady, the set pieces are creative without feeling cluttered, and the soundtrack maintains high energy.
Karen Woodham is the founder and owner of the Blazing Minds. She is also a Cinema reviewer and works with RealD 3D reviewing the latest 3D releases and IMAX, she has also had several articles published in various publications including the first edition of SFW Magazine. In 2015 she became an Award Winning Blogger and also has her website listed as one of the UK’s Top 10 Film Blogs.
