If you’ve been a fan of Lindsay Lohan since her younger-years roles, you’ll likely appreciate the new film Freakier Friday (2025). This sequel to the beloved 2003 film revives the mother-daughter body-swap formula with fresh energy, and I personally found it a lot of fun.
What I Loved
I’ve been a Lindsay Lohan fan for years, so seeing her return to the screen is already a win for me. Her comedic timing remains sharp, and pairing her again with Jamie Lee Curtis—who reprises her role—feels like a treat. The film leans into more mature humour: many jokes seemed geared toward older teens and adults rather than younger children. In the theatre I attended, the younger kids weren’t laughing as much as the older teens and adults were, which I found interesting. The aesthetic and style of the film also appealed: there’s enough fun visual flair to catch the attention of younger viewers, but the writing and references seem tuned for an older audience.
Themes That Stood Out
What I found especially meaningful were the moments beyond the body-swap comedy:
The focus on sibling relationships, mother-daughter understanding, and the merging of families. The way the film shows characters grappling with change: letting go of the past, moving forward, forging new friendships, embracing life at different ages. The recognition that life isn’t just centered on romance or men. Instead, the story highlights personal growth, generational differences, cultural preferences, and the freedom that can come with different seasons of life.
Full Plot Summary (Spoilers Ahead)
In Freakier Friday, we re-join Tess Coleman (Jamie Lee Curtis) and Anna Coleman (Lindsay Lohan) more than two decades after their original body-swap experience in the 2003 film.
Anna is now married (or about to be married) and has a daughter of her own named Harper Coleman (played by Julia Butters). At the same time, Tess is facing a new step-family situation: Anna’s fiancé (or husband) brings in his daughter Lily Davies (played by Sophia Hammons). The two families merge, and old magic erupts when—through a mystical encounter—they all wind up body-swapped (again).
The chaos that ensues involves Tess acting like Harper (as played in her body), Anna in the body of Lily, and the two younger girls swapped as well, leading to humorous misunderstandings, identity confusion, and family dynamics flipping upside-down. Throughout the film:
Anna (in Lily’s body) must navigate teen angst, social media pressure and being in her step-daughter’s shoes. Tess (in Harper’s body) confronts the challenges of youth, trying to keep up with modern trends, peer group issues, and the sense of being “free.” Harper and Lily (now swapped) must figure out how to be in each other’s lives, understand each other’s realities, and ultimately help the adults reconcile. As the story progresses, the characters learn empathy for one another, recognize the value of each generation’s experiences, and begin to heal fractured relationships. The film wraps up with restored bodies, but stronger relationships: Anna and Tess better understand each other; Harper and Lily find common ground; the blended family begins anew with more compassion. While the body-swap premise remains central, the film deepens its emotional core by exploring grief, single parenthood, blending families, and generational change.
My Verdict
Overall, I enjoyed the film a lot. If you’re someone who appreciates the original 2003 version, this sequel delivers a strong dose of nostalgia, while offering something new. I recommend it.
If I had one critique: the film could have made a few of the jokes more accessible to younger children. While the older teens and adults in my theatre were clearly engaged, the youngest children seemed less invested. If you’re watching with younger kids, you might want to set expectations accordingly.
But for me—yes, it hit the mark.
Final Thoughts
I’m glad to be back writing more here on HeadphonesThoughts.com. Thank you all for your patience — this year has been hectic, but I’m committed to sharing more reviews, insights, and blog posts. If you’re a Lindsay Lohan fan like me, or you enjoy clever body-swap comedies with heart, definitely check out Freakier Friday.
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