Bella Thorne to Write Direct and Star Spring Breakers Sequel

Actress and filmmaker Bella Thorne has been confirmed as the writer and director of "Spring Breakers 2," a sequel to the 2012 cult crime drama. Thorne, who is also starring in the film, announced the news in an interview on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast, revealing she took over the project from previously attached director Matthew Bright.

The decision followed producers viewing an early cut of Thorne's directorial debut, "Color Your Hurt," a coming-of-age thriller she wrapped in October 2025. Impressed, they asked her to write a script for the sequel. Thorne stated the producers loved her submission, leading to her being hired to both write and direct. The sequel, officially titled "Spring Breakers: Salvation Mountain," was first announced in May 2025 with Thorne, Grace Van Dien, Ariel Martin, and True Whitaker cast as a group of rebellious girls on a chaotic spring break road trip.

Thorne indicated the new film will have a distinct tone from Harmony Korine's original. She described the project as "crazy" and filled with "litness," promising an energetic and fun experience for audiences. She also confirmed that some of the original production team, including producers Chris...