Another Simple Favor: A Sequel Drenched in Mystery, Fashion, and Pure Chaos
A Simple Favor was a black comedy that snuck up on audiences, offering a delicious blend of dark humor, satirical brilliance, and jaw-dropping performances. It wasn’t just a movie—it was an experience. From the razor-sharp wit to the impeccable costume design, it became a cult favorite, cementing its place in the true crime satire hall of fame. But how do you follow up a film with such a definitive ending? Simple: you throw in a wedding, some high-stakes mind games, and a whole lot of deception. Enter Another Simple Favor—a sequel that promises to be even more intoxicating than the first.
The newly released teaser reintroduces us to Stephanie Smothers (Anna Kendrick), no longer the timid, mousy woman we met in the first film. Now a successful true crime author, Stephanie has blossomed into a sharp, confident version of herself after outwitting her best-frenemy, the ever-glamorous and utterly ruthless Emily (Blake Lively). But just when she thinks she’s left the past behind, Emily resurfaces—with a wedding invitation. Yes, Emily is getting married in Italy, and she wants Stephanie to be her maid of honor. If that doesn’t scream “something shady is happening,” nothing does.
A Wedding to Die For?
Emily’s weddings aren’t exactly your standard fairy-tale affairs—this is a woman who thrives in chaos, after all. The moment Stephanie receives the invitation, she knows something is off. Why would Emily, fresh out of prison, suddenly want her by her side? Is this a power move? A trap? A test of loyalty? The dynamic between these two is already one of the most deliciously complex friendships in modern cinema, and Another Simple Favor seems to be leaning into that tension even harder.
One thing is clear: Stephanie can’t resist the pull of Emily’s world, no matter how dangerous it may be. The teaser is drenched in mystery, intrigue, and jaw-dropping fashion (seriously, the wardrobe department is going off). The sequel’s Italian setting only adds to the sense of grandeur and deception—because if you’re going to unravel a web of lies, what better place than the land of opera and scandal?
Will Audiences Finally Get It?
When A Simple Favor first hit theaters, it flew under the radar. Some audiences didn’t quite know what to make of its darkly comedic tone, its gleeful embrace of absurdity, and its sharp critique of true crime obsession. It wasn’t until the film hit streaming platforms that it truly found its audience—suddenly, people were obsessed, quoting its best lines, dissecting its clever twists, and falling in love with its stylish chaos. The question now is: will Another Simple Favor be embraced right away, or will it also need time to marinate in the cultural consciousness before being recognized as the gem it is?
And let’s not forget the drama surrounding the film’s release. Blake Lively is making headlines for more than just her killer fashion—her ongoing legal issues with Justin Baldoni have the internet buzzing, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the film’s debut. Will this controversy overshadow the movie, or will it add to the mystique?
The Verdict? We’re All In.
With Another Simple Favor set to premiere at SXSW next weekend, all eyes are on this sequel. Will it recapture the magic of the original? Will it raise the stakes even higher? And most importantly—will we get a cameo from the iconic Dennis Nylon? One thing is certain: this isn’t just another sequel. It’s a stylish, twisted, and utterly unpredictable affair, and we’re ready for every scandalous second of it.
