You’re going to love everything about the next sentence you read. It looks likeCrazy Ex-Girlfriendcreator and starRachel Bloomis going to write theNSYNCsuperfan movie. If you recall, theNSYNC movie was first announcedback in February. At the time, we reported *NSYNC alumLance Basswould serve as a producer — a perfect decision, to be honest.
On Thursday,Varietyreported Bloom will pen the script for the *NSYNC superfan movie (an official title is still TBD). Additionally, the movie has been scooped up by Sony Pictures' label Tristar. The movie is based on an idea from Bass and tells the story of actual best friendsMeredith SandbergandWinter Byington, who spent a summer following *NSYNC on their last world tour using money they won onThe Price Is Right. Part road trip movie, part musical comedy in the vein ofPitch Perfect, this movie should be at the top of every Millennial’s must-see list right now. As for Bloom, well, it sure sounds like she’s thrilled to be writing the movie based on her statement: “I’m so excited to work on this road trip musical that will explore the nature of early 2000’s nostalgia and if the past was, indeed, actually better. Also, I GET TO WORK WITH LANCE BASS!”
There should be zero doubts about Bloom’s abilities to transform this story into a high-energy script full of music and comedy; it’s what she does best. Having starred inCrazy Ex-Girlfriendfor four seasons — a role which included performing musical numbers in nearly every episode — and writing 12 of those episodes, Bloom could totally bring that same life into this script (which, on its face, bears similarities toCrazy Ex-Girlfriend). It’s still unclear if Bass or *NSYNC alumsJustin Timberlake,JC Chasez,Joey Fatone, andChris Kirkpatrickwill be seen onscreen. But if Bloom is writing this joint, then I think they might be legally required to appear if only so they can say whatever incredible dialogue she dreams up for them. In fact, if Bloom needs any inspiration as she writes, I will offer up the fanfic I once penned as a tween (fanfic which showcases my passionate belief that I had a legitimate shot at dating Bass) to serve as inspiration.
We’ll keep you posted as this *NSYNC movie develops. For more, check out our2021 movie release calendar.
Allie Gemmill is the Weekend Contributing Editor for Collider. you’re able to follow them on Twitter@_matineeidle.
