Everything You Need To Know About The “Mamma Mia!” Sequel So Far

The greatest film of the last ten years is getting a sequel, because dreams really do come true!

In case you lead a joyless life, Mamma Mia! is a musical-turned-movie filled with ABBA songs.

In case you lead a joyless life, Mamma Mia! is a musical-turned-movie filled with ABBA songs.

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The film is full of ridiculous mishaps.

The film is full of ridiculous mishaps.

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It takes place on a beautiful Greek island…

It takes place on a beautiful Greek island...

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…and makes you want to call your mom.

...and makes you want to call your mom.

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Most importantly, it’s packed with glorious musical numbers.

Most importantly, it's packed with glorious musical numbers.

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Earlier this year, it was announced that Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again was in the works.

Earlier this year, it was announced that Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again was in the works.

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The best part? EVERYONE is returning!

The best part? EVERYONE is returning!

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Feel free to get excited, because they’ve already started filming!

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! some Amanda Seyfried.

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The sequel will be written & directed by Ol Parker, best known for writing The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.

The sequel will be written & directed by Ol Parker, best known for writing The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.

He’s also married to Thandie Newton, FYI.

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Parts of the movie will center around young Donna & The Dynamos in the ’60s.

Parts of the movie will center around young Donna & The Dynamos in the '60s.

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The film will also feature ~the~ Andy Garcia.

The film will also feature ~the~ Andy Garcia.

Hopefully with this epic beard.

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AND. MOTHER. FUCKING. CHER!!!

AND. MOTHER. FUCKING. CHER!!!

BRB SCREAMING.

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Cher is set to play Donna’s mother in the flashbacks.

Cher is set to play Donna's mother in the flashbacks.

Reminder: Donna’s mom basically disowned her, so don’t expect Cher to play nice.

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This will be Cher’s first time on the big screen since 2010’s Burlesque

This will be Cher's first time on the big screen since 2010's Burlesque...

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…and her first movie with Meryl Streep since 1983’s Silkwood.

...and her first movie with Meryl Streep since 1983's Silkwood.

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Honey Honey, mark your calendars, because Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again will be released July 20th, 2018.

Honey Honey, mark your calendars, because Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again will be released July 20th, 2018.

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