Anna Faris Says She’s Learned ‘There’s Interest’ in Making a “House Bunny” Sequel 18 Years Later

Anna Faris has recently hinted at the possibility of a sequel to the beloved 2008 comedy, *The House Bunny*. During an interview with *Entertainment Tonight*, Faris expressed surprise and delight at the continued affection for the film and her character, Shelley. “It’s too soon to say anything, but it turns out that movie is beloved, and that character too,” she remarked, suggesting that there may be interest in revisiting the story nearly two decades after its original release.

Faris portrayed Shelley, a former Playboy bunny who becomes a sorority mother, and shared the screen with notable co-stars including Emma Stone, Colin Hanks, Kat Dennings, and Rumer Willis. Her revelation regarding a potential sequel was made at the premiere of *Scary Movie* on June 3, showcasing a growing dialogue surrounding the film and its characters among fans and Hollywood alike.

Showing enthusiasm for the idea, Faris commented, “I would love to talk to you about *House Bunny* stuff,” indicating her personal interest in the continuation of the narrative. Despite the vague nature of the sequel discussions, Faris conveyed a sense of positivity, declaring, “It turns out there is interest. I never thought that dream would ever be realized either.”

Reflecting on the journey to bring *The House Bunny* to life, Faris shared insights on her determination to get the movie made. Speaking to Josh Horowitz on the *Happy Sad Confused* podcast following the *Scary Movie* premiere, she revealed that the film’s concept was pitched a staggering 24 times before it finally gained traction. “We pitched that movie 24 times, all around L.A.,” she recalled, noting that their persistence paid off when Adam Sandler’s production company, Happy Madison, ultimately took an interest.

Faris detailed a pivotal moment when she casually met Sandler while waiting to pitch the film. “He saw me in the waiting room and said, ‘What are you doing here?’ I told him I was there to pitch a movie about a Playboy bunny who gets kicked out of the mansion. He found that pretty funny, and that spontaneous interaction turned out to be instrumental in the film’s eventual success,” she said.

Since the original film’s debut, Faris has often reminisced about her unique character and the positive messages surrounding her. In a discussion with PEOPLE, the actress shared her upbeat vision for a potential sequel. She mused, “For a while, I was like, ‘Shelley should be a bad country singer,’ but then I thought, ‘No, she should be a CIA interrogator.’”

Faris elaborated on her creative idea, envisioning Shelley as an unsuspecting yet skilled operative, disarming individuals with her charm and nonjudgmental demeanor. “I imagined Shelley saying, ‘Oh, what do I do for work? I’m a CIA interrogator,’” she told PEOPLE, imploring writers and filmmakers to explore this whimsical concept further.

The appeal of Shelley extends beyond mere entertainment for Faris, who remarked on how the character’s nature inspired her in real life. She appreciated Shelley’s lack of competitiveness and genuine warmth, stating, “That made me want to lead my life with compliments. It felt like a way to combat jealous feelings.”

As discussions of a sequel ignite curiosity, fans of *The House Bunny* can only hope that Hollywood embraces the nostalgia and creativity that Anna Faris so passionately promotes. The potential journey of Shelley, whether as a singer or an unlikely spy, promises to offer both familiarity and novelty that long-time viewers will likely treasure. Whether or not these aspirations come to fruition, Anna Faris’s reflective and humorous outlook ensures that the spirit of *The House Bunny* continues to thrive.