AceShowbiz - Single Female, the upcoming remake starring Jenna Ortega, is moving forward with significant new developments. The film is a modern reimagining of the 1992 psychological thriller Single White Female, which originally starred Bridget Fonda and Jennifer Jason Leigh. The original film grossed $84 million and became well-known for its intense portrayal of obsession and identity.

Ortega, famous for her role on Wednesday, is joined by Taylor Russell, who previously gained recognition in Bones and All. Both actresses are set to produce the remake alongside their acting roles. After an initial casting announcement in March 2025, there had been limited news about the project until recently, when it was revealed that acclaimed writer Sarah DeLappe and producers Stacey Sher and Marisa Paiva have signed on to the film, marking a pivotal boost in its development.

Sarah DeLappe, known for writing the 2022 horror-comedy Bodies Bodies Bodies, brings fresh creative energy to the screenplay. She also contributed as a consulting producer and writer on HBO’s 2024 miniseries The Regime. Producer Stacey Sher’s recent credits include the horror film Heretic, the comedy Poolman—which notably stars Jennifer Jason Leigh—and the musical biopic Respect. Meanwhile, Marisa Paiva produced the 2022 period romance Lady Chatterley’s Lover.

While the remake has yet to announce a director or additional cast members, the involvement of these key creative figures indicates strong momentum for the project. The original Single White Female, directed by Oscar-nominated Barbet Schroeder, holds a 53% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, reflecting mixed critical reception. However, it was praised by critics such as Roger Ebert, who highlighted its strong performances and direction within the slasher genre.

The 1992 film is best remembered for Jennifer Jason Leigh’s chilling performance as a dangerously obsessive woman who becomes fixated on her new roommate, played by Bridget Fonda. Leigh’s portrayal earned her the MTV Movie Award for Best Villain that year. ScreenRant ranked Single White Female #10 in its January 2025 list of Leigh’s best roles, noting her convincing depiction as a relentless stalker willing to kill to protect what she believes is hers.

The original spawned a 2005 direct-to-video sequel, Single White Female 2: The Psycho, which lacked the original stars and only loosely connected to the first film’s storyline. The new Single Female aims to recapture the unsettling dynamic and elevated suspense that made the 1992 thriller a cult classic. With Jenna Ortega taking on another horror-centered role, fans can anticipate a fresh take on the psychological thriller that blends tension, obsession, and slasher elements.

As the project progresses, attention will focus on how the remake honors the legacy of Single White Female while updating its themes for a contemporary audience. The combination of Ortega’s rising star power, DeLappe’s writing, and the experienced producing team suggests the film is shaping up to be a noteworthy addition to the horror thriller genre.