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Peacock Cancels “Clueless” Sequel, Silverstone Project Shopped?

4/23/2026

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Summary

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Peacock has scrapped the planned Clueless sequel series starring Alicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz.
The series, announced in April 2025, attached Silverstone as lead and executive producer with Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage, Jordan Weiss, Amy Heckerling and Robert Lawrence.
CBS Studios and Paramount will now shop the project to other buyers after the cancellation.

History

Historical Context

Released in 1995, "Clueless," directed by Amy Heckerling, grossed over $56 million in the U.S. and became a cultural phenomenon, influencing teen fashion and slang. The film, inspired by Jane Austen's "Emma," led to a television series that aired from 1996 to 1999. The recent cancellation of a sequel series highlights the difficulties of adapting beloved classics for modern audiences.

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Story summary

Peacock has scrapped the planned Clueless sequel series starring Alicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz.
The series, announced in April 2025, attached Silverstone as lead and executive producer with Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage, Jordan Weiss, Amy Heckerling and Robert Lawrence.
CBS Studios and Paramount will now shop the project to other buyers after the cancellation.

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