Anna Faris Returns to Comedy with “Spa Weekend,” Highlighting Chosen Family

Actress and comedian Anna Faris headlines the upcoming film *Spa Weekend*, joining fellow comedians Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher and Michelle Buteau. The movie follows the four women as they take a vacation together to relieve real-world stresses, using humor to explore themes of friendship and personal struggle.

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Faris, known for roles in *Scary Movie* and *The House Bunny*, has long been celebrated by queer audiences. She has described her iconic *House Bunny* character Shelley Darlington as embodying “open-hearted love” and “unwavering optimism,” a perspective she carries into her public allyship with the LGBTQ+ community.

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*Spa Weekend* centers on the idea that “chosen family” can provide support when biological relatives cannot. The script emphasizes that the characters have known each other since childhood, sharing life milestones together. This focus aligns with the film’s broader message that collective resilience and humor help navigate personal challenges.

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Michelle Buteau notes that the story showcases the strength of friendships formed long before adulthood, underscoring the film’s celebration of communal bonds. Leslie Mann reflects on the on-set dynamic, describing how the comedic talent of her co-stars made the filming experience feel like “a dream job” while she occasionally “checked out” during scenes because of their humor.

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• “We're stronger together! At the end of the day, it's humanity. Where are we without our chosen family? Sometimes, our family ain't going to do it. I love that these characters have known each other since they were little. Before they got their periods, let's be honest! They went through life together and it's really nice to showcase that,” — Michelle Buteau

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• “I found myself checking out as an actor while I was in a scene with him, which is bad to do as an actor. I found myself watching them and being so amused because they're just hilarious. It was a dream job for me sitting back and watching them be super funny,” — Leslie Mann

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