Mark Harmon, now 72, was recently spotted looking almost unrecognizable as he prepares to make his highly anticipated return in Freaky Friday 2, the sequel to the beloved 2003 body-swap comedy. Fans are buzzing with excitement as Disney announced that Harmon will reprise his role as Ryan, Anna Coleman’s stepdad, in the upcoming film, slated for release in 2025.
Behind-the-Scenes Excitement for Freaky Friday 2
The excitement surrounding Freaky Friday 2 is palpable, especially with the return of Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan, who will reprise their roles as mother-daughter duo Tess and Anna Coleman. Disney shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the first day of filming, showing Curtis and Lohan joyfully posing together on set. Lohan also posted a video montage on Instagram, expressing her excitement with the caption: “We’re back!” Curtis echoed the sentiment, sharing the same clips with her own caption: “FREAK OUT TIME.”
Mark Harmon’s Casual Look in Los Angeles
While Curtis and Lohan are already making waves with their enthusiastic return to the franchise, Mark Harmon was recently seen in Los Angeles running errands, looking much more casual than his days as the stoic special agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS. A recent photo shared by The U.S. Sun shows Harmon strolling down the street outside Erewhon Market, squinting in the sun, and dressed in a laid-back button-down shirt, shorts, and flip-flops. The actor also made a red carpet appearance recently, embracing a more relaxed style since departing NCIS in October 2021.
New and Familiar Faces Join the Sequel
In addition to the core trio of Harmon, Curtis, and Lohan, Freaky Friday 2 will feature a mix of familiar faces and new talent. Chad Michael Murray, Christina Vidal Mitchell, Haley Hudson, Lucille Soong, Stephen Tobolowsky, and Rosalind Chao will all return, while new cast members such as Julia Butters, Manny Jacinto, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, and Sophia Hammons will join the ensemble. Fans of the original film are eagerly anticipating how the return of these characters will blend with fresh faces in the sequel.
Building on the Legacy of the Original Freaky Friday
The original Freaky Friday, which hit theaters in 2003, quickly became a cult classic, beloved for its humor and heartfelt moments. With the sequel bringing back the original stars, there’s high anticipation that it will recapture the magic of the first film while introducing new storylines and dynamics. While specific plot details remain under wraps, the involvement of the original cast suggests that Freaky Friday 2 will stay true to the heart of the original, with some exciting new twists.
Fans Eager to See Mark Harmon in New Role
Harmon’s return to the big screen after his NCIS exit is a major moment in his career, and fans are eager to see how his character, Ryan, has evolved. The dynamic between Ryan, Tess, and Anna promises to offer new surprises and fun moments for the audience. Fans of the original Freaky Friday film can’t wait to see how the reunion of the beloved cast unfolds, both on and off the screen!
