'Single White Female' Remake: Cast, Plot, And All You need to Know About Jenna Ortega's Rumored Next Big Project

Published 03/15/2025, 1:13 AM EDT

Jenna Ortega keeps adding to her collection of crime, thriller and horror genres. Seems like Wednesday Addams was not simply a project, but a lifelong inspiration for the actress, pushing her to realize what her niche in the film world could be. With The Death of A Unicorn out in the open, Ortega's next big project could be dropped and detailed any day now, on us. With talks of the 1992 thriller flick, Single White Female in trends, the Wednesday actress seems to be on the top of its list, as rumor tells.

Sharpening knives, honing a knack for the quick shift of expression from a deadpan Wednesday to a terrified, deer-caught-in-the-headlights of Ridley, Ortega seems geared up for the next big thing. 

Single White Female: Caste

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Jenna Ortega, currently the most sought-after for every horror slash thriller flick in town, is rumored be cast alongside Taylor Russell. While Ortega's is known to have gained her shoot-up in showbiz through Wednesday, Russell on the other hand, gained acclaim for her performances in Waves and Bones and All. Thus, both actresses having shown their versatility in various genres, making them promising leads for this psychological thriller.

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With a cast as stellar as this, the plot only needs to match the grittiness that its predecessor has delivered as promised. 

Plot of the Single White Female

The original Single White Female follows Allison, who invites a new roommate, Hedra, into her apartment after a breakup. As Hedra becomes increasingly obsessed with Allison, she starts imitating her appearance and behavior, leading to a dangerous confrontation. The remake is expected to retain this core plot while offering a modern twist. The suspenseful narrative will probably remain but with contemporary elements.

A rumor still, the production details of the Single White Female seem to be up the charts as well. Some of it being judged according to its first installation.

More about the horror flick: Single Whit Female potentially starring Jenna Ortega

The Single White Female remake is said to be in its early stages of development with not even a director established as of yet. 3000 Pictures, in collaboration with Sony, has been said to be producing the film. While the original was a commercial success, grossing $84.1 million, Ortega and Russell's potential casting as leads is set offer the remake a fresh take on the classic thriller. Details about the script and production timeline remain scarce, but the project has generated significant interest among fans.

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The Single White Female remake promises a modern twist on a classic thriller. With Jenna Ortega and Taylor Russell potentially starring, the film could captivate new audiences while retaining its suspenseful core. As details unfold, fans eagerly await this reimagined tale of obsession and identity.

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Are you excited about Jenna Ortega's appearance in the Single White Female's remake? Let us know in the comments below. 

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