Gear up for a delightful reunion with the beloved female quartet in Book Club: The Next Chapter, set for its streaming premiere on Peacock this summer. This sequel to the 2018 hit reassembles stars Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, and Mary Steenburgen for another round of fun interspersed with subtle drama. Just a few weeks post its theatrical release, Book Club: The Next Chapter will be added to Peacock’s burgeoning list of films on June 30.
Penned by Bill Holderman and Erin Simms, who also worked on the original film, Book Club: The Next Chapter revolves around four women brought together by friendship and their collective love for books. The initial film depicted their adventurous romantic life revamp inspired by their provocative read, Fifty Shades of Grey. The sequel ups the adventure ante as the friends jet off to Italy for Vivian’s (Fonda) destination wedding. Marking their first physical reunion since the pandemic, the women are ready for an epic experience. With unexpected turns of events and revelations, their holiday morphs into an exciting cross-country journey that reinforces their shared bond.
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Compared to its predecessor, Book Club: The Next Chapter received mixed reviews from critics and fell short in recovering its production cost at the box office. While the original film grossed over $100 million on a $14 million budget, the sequel accrued only $27 million against a $20 million budget. Despite the disappointing box office figures, audiences seemed to appreciate the film more, with some viewers praising the sequel’s faithful character portrayal and depth. FilmSweep’s Maggie Lovitt echoed this sentiment in her review, complimenting the film’s humor and its astute depiction of relationship dynamics among the famous foursome and their romantic partners.
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Who Else Stars in The Book Club: The Next Chapter?
An excellent supporting cast further enriches Book Club: The Next Chapter, including Craig T. Nelson as Bruce, Don Johnson as Arthur, Andy García as Mitchell, Giancarlo Giannini as the Police Chief, Vincent Riotta as Chef Gianni, and Hugh Quarshie as Ousmane. Both Holderman and Simms juggled roles as writers and producers, with Holderman also resuming his directorial duties. The film’s executive producers consist of Brad Weston, Trish Hofmann, Enzo Sisti, and Andrew Duncan.
Book Club: The Next Chapter starts streaming on Peacock from June 30. Check out the trailer below:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Book Club: The Next Chapter Peacock Premiere
When will ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’ start streaming on Peacock?
‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’ will start streaming on Peacock from June 30th, 2023.
Who are the main stars of ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’?
The main stars of ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’ are Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, and Mary Steenburgen.
Who are the writers of ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’?
Bill Holderman and Erin Simms are the writers of ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’.
What is the plot of ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’?
‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’ centers around a group of four women who share a passion for literature. In the sequel, the friends travel to Italy for Vivian’s (Fonda) destination wedding. Their vacation takes an exciting turn, leading to an extraordinary cross-country adventure.
How did ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’ perform at the box office compared to the original?
While the original ‘Book Club’ grossed over $100 million against a $14 million budget, ‘Book Club: The Next Chapter’ managed $27 million from a $20 million production cost. Despite the lower box office numbers, the sequel received positive feedback from audiences.
More about Book Club: The Next Chapter Peacock Premiere
- Book Club: The Next Chapter on Peacock
- Original Book Club Movie
- FilmSweep’s Review
- Box Office Performance
6 comments
I guess critics and audience have a different taste. Surprised by the mixed reviews but it’s all about the characters for me. Looking forward.
Hmm, box office numbers are a bit disappointing, but I’ll give it a shot anyway. Trailer looks promising!
can’t wait for this one! loved the original, hope this is just as good.
Im ready to stream on june 30th, bring it on peacock!
they’re finally back, yesss! missed my girls and their book club.
Loved the first film, cant wait to watch this. Italy and a destination wedding? count me in!