In brief
HBO has announced a new television adaptation of the popular film "Crazy Rich Asians" that will bring the story back to life after the movie’s conclusion. Constance Wu and Henry Golding reprise their roles as Rachel Chu and Nick Young, while Ronny Chieng returns as Eddie and Michelle Yeoh joins the cast in a recurring role as Nick’s mother, Eleanor. The series, written by co‑creator Adele Lim and directed by Jon M. Chu, will span eight episodes and be produced in partnership with Warner Bros Television. The project, which is set to begin production next year, is described as a "Crazy Rich" family reunion and follows the world of Kevin Kwan’s bestselling books. The film’s success, topping the U.S. box office and earning Golden Globe nominations, has sparked excitement for the new series.
Fans of the 2018 film “Crazy Rich Asians” will be delighted to learn that the hit movie’s leading stars will reprise their roles in a brand‑new HBO television series.
The eight‑episode show picks up after the film's finale, with Constance Wu back as Rachel Chu and Henry Golding as Nick Young.
Ronny Chieng returns as Eddie, while Oscar‑winning actress Michelle Yeoh joins the cast in a recurring role as Nick’s mother Eleanor.
Series writer and original film co‑writer Adele Lim, now showrunner, described the project as “a ‘Crazy Rich’ family reunion” and said the writers’ room is humming.
Adapted from Kevin Kwan’s best‑selling books, the original film topped the U.S. box office and earned two Golden Globe nominations.
Constance, Henry, Ronny and Michelle will serve as global superstars, while director Jon M. Chu and showrunner Adele Lim will produce the series with HBO and Warner Bros Television.
Production is scheduled to begin next year, following Warner Bros’ recent £110bn merger with Paramount Skydance, which has increased collaboration between Hollywood studios.
