Anne Hathaway Confirms The Princess Diaries 3 Is Still in Development at D23 2026
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Anne Hathaway provided an update on The Princess Diaries 3 at D23 2026, explaining that the long wait is due to the team taking extra time to get the sequel right.
Fans waiting to return to Genovia will have to exercise a bit more patience. During D23 2026, Anne Hathaway took the stage to offer an update on The Princess Diaries 3, confirming that production is moving forward steadily. According to IGN South Africa, Hathaway explained that the lengthy development cycle is due to the studio wanting to honor the franchise legacy.
Being part of a legacy studio means deeply valuing the family audience, which is why the team is working hard to get the sequel right. It has been over two decades since the release of the second film, making this a notoriously long wait for audiences. Development updates have trickled out slowly over the past few years.
Hathaway confirmed her return as Queen Mia Thermopolis back in 2024, and reporting indicates that Adele Lim of Crazy Rich Asians fame is attached to direct. Original book author Meg Cabot also shared earlier this summer that she has already read and loved an early script. Meanwhile, franchise icon Julie Andrews recently confirmed to reporters that she does not plan to return for the new installment, stating that she has moved past that chapter of her career.
As we wait for Disney to share a release window or official trailer, you can check out the original reporting over at IGN South Africa.
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Original article: IGN South Africa