“I locked myself in my room and…”: Emma Roberts’ Honest Response to Britney Spears Biopic Rumors Means Nothing Until Singer’s Stamp of Approval
- Emma Roberts is excited about the possibility of playing Britney Spears in an upcoming biopic.
- The project needs approval from Spears herself, as well as from her fan base.
- Universal Pictures has acquired the rights, with Jon M. Chu set to direct the project.
Being a huge fan of a pop superstar and suddenly being in the running to play them in a movie sounds like a dream come true, right? That’s exactly where Emma Roberts finds herself these days. The actress, known for her roles in American Horror Story and Scream Queens, has her eyes set on a role that could be a dream come true—playing Brit in a biopic.
Yes, the very Britney Spears who’s been dazzling us with her music for decades. The idea of Roberts playing the princess of pop has generated buzz thanks to some high-profile endorsements. But hold on—this Britney-to-Emma switcheroo isn’t a sure thing just yet!
Emma Roberts’ Biopic Plans Await Britney Spears’ Approval
After Britney Spears‘ assistant, Felicia Culotta, floated the idea of Emma Roberts playing her in a movie based on Spears’ memoir The Woman in Me, Roberts seems all ready to step up.
Now, the 33-year-old actress isn’t just daydreaming about playing Spears—she’s been practically rehearsing for this role since before it was even on the radar. In a chat with Cosmopolitan, Roberts shared how her Spearsy fandom dates back ages, saying:
I was like, I love her assistant. I mean, it’s my true dream to play Britney Spears. It’s a rumor, but I hope maybe it’ll come true. I mean, I remember I locked myself in my room and listened to In the Zone and said, ‘I cannot leave this room until I memorize every word.’
It’s clear Roberts is a big Spears fan, and she’s itching to bring that love to the screen. Her bond with the songstress goes beyond just enjoying her music—it’s practically a family affair. Roberts has even belted out her tunes during bath time, and she quipped that her kid probably thinks she’s a little offbeat.
Roberts’ deep fan love could really make her portrayal of Spears pop. Culotta also had some fun suggestions for the rest of the cast—imagine Timothée Chalamet as Justin Timberlake and Drew Barrymore as Spears’ assistant. Sounds like a casting call that’s hitting all the right notes!
There’s a catch, though: if Queen B hasn’t given her thumbs-up for a movie about her life, it could pose a problem. Nevertheless, the show could still go on. The most important thing is getting ‘The Britney Army’ to tune in, which might be a hard sell if they feel the film lacks authenticity or respect—especially with such passionate followers as the pop star’s.
In recent years, Spears’ fans really cranked up the volume with the FreeBritney movement, and their efforts paid off—the conservatorship ended in 2021. They’ve been vocal and determined, rallying for her rights and ensuring she can finally live life on her own terms. It’s clear their support for their pop princess was no small ‘to-do.’
Britney’s Memoir Ignites Hollywood Frenzy and Bidding War
The journey to bring Britney Spears’ memoir, The Woman In Me, to the big screen has been nothing short of dramatic. After its release last year, the memoir soared to the top of the New York Times best-seller list, making it a hot commodity in Hollywood.
Universal Pictures snagged the film rights, which led to a bidding war among studios desperate to get their hands on this blockbuster in the making. It’s clear: Spears’ life story is the hottest ticket in town, and everyone wants a piece of the action!
Wicked’s Jon M. Chu is attached to the project and is reportedly ready to sprinkle some magic on the Spears biopic! It promises a wild ride through Gimme More star’s life—from her sweet Southern roots in Mississippi to her dazzling rise in the ’90s, legal drama, and recent freedom. It’s a story that’s already got fans buzzing. And if the stars align, we might see Emma Roberts channeling her inner pop icon.
