AceShowbiz - Netflix has officially cast former Logan Lerman as the lead in its upcoming reboot of the beloved 2004 fantasy rom-com 13 Going on 30. Alongside Lerman, Emily Bader, known for her role in People We Meet on Vacation, will co-star. The original film’s star, Jennifer Garner, returns as an executive producer for this new project.

The 2004 version of 13 Going on 30 centers on Jenna Rink, a 13-year-old girl whose wish to become 30 magically comes true overnight. The film also starred Mark Ruffalo as Matty, Jenna’s childhood friend and eventual love interest. The story’s mix of fantasy and heartfelt storytelling made it a fan favorite, showcasing the complexities of growing up and realizing adulthood isn’t always as glamorous as imagined.

Brett Haley, who directed People We Meet on Vacation, will helm this reboot, reuniting with Emily Bader after their previous collaboration on the Netflix hit. According to sources close to Deadline, Haley and Bader were eager to work together again and found the reboot to be the perfect opportunity. From the start, they envisioned Lerman as Bader’s romantic counterpart in the story.

Haley expressed his admiration for the original film, calling it “one of those rare, perfect films”. He praised the original performances by Jennifer Garner, Mark Ruffalo, and Judy Greer, describing the movie as funny, emotional, and deeply human. Haley also noted the significance of Garner's involvement as an executive producer, given her central role in making the original so special.

“I feel incredibly lucky to be trusted with something that means so much to so many people,” Haley said, emphasizing the responsibility of reimagining such a cherished story. He also highlighted the magical pairing of Emily Bader and Logan Lerman as a key element of the reboot’s potential success.

The screenplay for the reboot will be written by Hannah Marks, known for her work on Mark, Mary, & Some Other People and After Everything. The production team includes Joe Roth and Jeff Kirschenbaum producing for RK Films, with Jennifer Garner serving as an executive producer alongside Donna Roth and Susan Arnold. Marks will also produce, joined by Scott Hemming for Revolution Studios and Alyssa Altman for RK Films.

This reboot is the latest addition to the expanding 13 Going on 30 universe. Last year, the film was adapted into a musical that premiered on the West End, featuring music by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner and a book by the original film’s screenwriters. Jennifer Garner executive-produced the musical, which starred Luice Jones as Jenna. The stage production ran at the Manchester Opera House from September 21 to October 12, 2025, and is set to begin its North American premiere in Toronto in November 2026 as part of the Mirvish season.

As for the Netflix reboot of 13 Going on 30, no official release date has been announced yet. Fans of the original and newcomers alike can anticipate a fresh take on the classic fantasy romantic comedy, blending nostalgia with new talent and storytelling.

Logan Lerman, born on January 19, 1992, in Beverly Hills, California, is known for his roles in The Perks of Being a Wallflower and the Percy Jackson & the Olympians series. His casting in this reboot marks a continued expansion of his career into leading roles in high-profile projects.