Netflix bosses are reportedly ‘all out’ to sign Emily Atack for a new Inbetweeners film, following reports that the original four lead actors have agreed to return for a comeback project.
The show became an instant classic when it aired for three seasons between 2008 and 2010, with two film spinoffs made as well.
While there have been whispers in the past about a reboot, the four main actors, namely Simon Bird, Joe Thomas, James Buckley and Blake Harrison have all signed on the dotted line to star in a third movie for Netflix, according to The Sun.
The Netflix bosses aren’t satisfied with just the main men returning – they also want to see Emily Atack, 36, reprise her role as Charlotte ‘Big Jugs’ Hinchcliffe.
The move comes as a surprise after Emily was axed from the Inbetweeners reunion five years ago following a ‘past fling’ with James.
A source told the publication: ‘The creators of the show have written the script and are ready to roll – but Emily is one of the missing pieces in the project they’re keen to get in place.
‘Fans will already be delighted that the four main leads are returning as there was concern that a reboot might see new, younger actors cast in the roles of the lads, who were all supposed to be teenagers in the show.
‘But it’s fair to say getting Emily back would be the cherry on the Inbetweeners cake.’
All four of the main actors were ‘thrilled’ to be asked back, but noted that things would be a bit harder for Emily to commit to a reboot movie considering everything she’s got going on at the moment.
Why Emily was axed
In 2019, Emily was reportedly axed from the Inbetweeners reunion after James told producers ‘it’s her or me’ following a past fling they had when they were both single.
Reports suggested at the time that James was afraid his wife, Clair Meek, would find out about the brief relationship they had during their days in the show during 2008 to 2010.
