You know that feeling when you're scrolling through TikTok and see a "First Trailer" for a movie you didn't even know existed? It happened recently with a supposed teaser for The Parent Trap 2 Lindsay Lohan version. It’s got the vineyard, the London skyline, and a very grown-up Hallie and Annie. Honestly, it looks perfect.
But here’s the thing: it’s not real.
Most of those high-def trailers you’re seeing for a Parent Trap sequel are fan-made concept videos. They use AI and old footage of Lindsay to make us believe Disney finally pulled the trigger on a 2026 release. It’s kinda heartbreaking once you realize the truth, but that doesn't mean a sequel is off the table forever. In fact, things have been moving behind the scenes in a way that suggests we might actually get a real announcement sooner than later.
Why Everyone is Talking About The Parent Trap 2 Now
The buzz didn't just appear out of nowhere. It’s mostly because of Freakier Friday. After Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis crushed it with their 2025 sequel, grossing nearly $150 million, Disney realized there is a massive appetite for "Lohan-aissance" nostalgia. If people want to see Anna Coleman as a mom, they definitely want to see what happened to the Parker-James twins.
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At the 2025 Emmy Awards, things got interesting. Lisa Ann Walter (who played Chessy) and Elaine Hendrix (the iconic Meredith Blake) walked the red carpet together. When asked about a sequel, Lisa Ann Walter basically let the cat out of the bag. She teased that Lindsay "may have already" called Disney to pitch the idea.
They couldn't "confirm or deny" it officially, but the wink and a nod were pretty loud.
The Problem With a Sequel (The Natasha Richardson Factor)
If they do make The Parent Trap 2 Lindsay Lohan fans have a major concern. How do you do it without Natasha Richardson? She was the heart of the 1998 movie. Since her tragic passing in 2009, even Dennis Quaid has been vocal about his reservations. He’s said in interviews that it would be "hard" to return without her because she was so essential to that family dynamic.
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However, Quaid also recently softened his stance, saying "you never know." Hollywood has a way of handling these things—maybe the sequel follows the twins as adults dealing with their own kids, or it serves as a tribute to Elizabeth James.
What a Real Sequel Would Actually Look Like
Forget the fan trailers with Jacob Elordi for a second. If Disney actually greenlights this, the plot would likely shift focus. We’d probably see:
- Annie James as a high-powered fashion executive in London (taking over for her mom).
- Hallie Parker running the vineyard in Napa, maybe struggling with the business side of things.
- The "Next Generation" Trap: The most likely scenario involves the twins' own children meeting at a camp or a boarding school. It’s a bit cliché, but hey, if it ain't broke, don't fix it.
Lindsay herself has said she would only do it if Nancy Meyers—the original director—was involved. Nancy is the queen of "elevated cozy" vibes, and without her kitchen island aesthetic, it just wouldn't be The Parent Trap.
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Is There Already a Parent Trap 2?
Just to clear up some confusion: there actually is a movie called The Parent Trap II. It came out in 1986 and starred Hayley Mills, the actress from the original 1961 film. It’s a made-for-TV movie where the twins are adults trying to set up their own parents. It’s... fine. But it’s definitely not the Lindsay Lohan sequel everyone is searching for.
The Reality Check for 2026
As of right now, January 2026, there is no official production start date for The Parent Trap 2. Disney+ has had a "reboot" in development since 2019, but that project has been stuck in "development hell" for years.
The real hope lies in Lindsay’s current relationship with Disney. She’s back in their good graces, she’s producing her own hits, and she’s publicly said she "never says no to Nancy."
If you want to stay ahead of the curve, keep an eye on Disney’s D23 announcements. That’s usually where they drop the bombshells. Until then, keep an eye on Elaine Hendrix’s social media—she’s the biggest cheerleader for bringing Meredith Blake back, hopefully with a few less lizards on her face this time.
Next Steps for Fans:
To get the most accurate updates, follow Nancy Meyers and Lindsay Lohan on Instagram rather than relying on YouTube "Concept Trailers." If you're feeling nostalgic, the 1998 classic is still streaming on Disney+, and watching the 2020 cast reunion on Katie Couric’s YouTube channel is probably the closest thing we’ll get to a sequel for a few more months.