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Kate Hudson Producing ‘How to Lose a Guy’ Sequel

8/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Kate Hudson is producing a sequel to How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.
Hudson will produce through her Shiny Penny banner alongside veteran producer Stacey Sher.
Paramount intends Matthew McConaughey and Hudson to reprise their original roles, though neither has confirmed.
The sequel is in early development with no screenwriter or cast attached yet.
The 2003 film earned over $177 million worldwide on a $50 million budget.

History

Historical Context

Paramount’s 2003 rom-com How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days grossed $177 million on a $50 million budget, echoing the 1999 American Pie franchise that turned a $10 million investment into $235 million worldwide. Likewise, American Airlines refreshed its historic eagle logo in 2013, illustrating how entertainment and travel firms revive legacy brands to capture new revenue streams.

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Story summary

Kate Hudson is producing a sequel to How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.
Hudson will produce through her Shiny Penny banner alongside veteran producer Stacey Sher.
Paramount intends Matthew McConaughey and Hudson to reprise their original roles, though neither has confirmed.
The sequel is in early development with no screenwriter or cast attached yet.
The 2003 film earned over $177 million worldwide on a $50 million budget.

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