Since its release in 2004, the ever-quotable Mean Girls has cemented its place as a comedy classic.
It helped launch its cast, which includes Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams and Amanda Seyfried, into Hollywood stardom, quickly becoming a pop culture phenomenon, from Pink Wednesdays to commemorating October 3rd.
The film was even turned into a hugely successful Broadway musical in 2018, earning multiple Tony Award nominations and its very own film adaptation which is set to hit cinemas in early 2024.
It will star Reneé Rapp, who will reprise her Broadway role as Regina George, alongside the likes of Angourie Rice, Jon Hamm and Busy Philipps, with others such as Ashley Park, who originated the role of Gretchen Weiners in the musical, and Tina Fey, who wrote the original screenplay, also set to appear.
But if you're wondering how the 2024 Mean Girls cast compares with to the original, don't worry - here they are side by side.
The film was even turned into a hugely successful Broadway musical in 2018, earning multiple Tony Award nominations and its very own film adaptation which is set to hit cinemas in early 2024.
5. Gretchen: Bebe Wood (2024) v Lacey Chabert (2004)
Lacey Chabert took on the role of Gretchen Wieners, Regina’s second in command, in the original Mean Girls. Gretchen will be played by Bebe Wood in the 2024 film, who is known for appearances in shows such as Love, Victor. The role on Broadway was originated by Ashley Park, who is set to make an appearance as a French teacher in the film. Photo: Getty Images
6. Karen: Avantika Vandanapu (2024) v Amanda Seyfried (2004)
At just eighteen years old Avantika Vandanapu follows in Amanda Seyfried’s footsteps to take on the role of ditsy but sweet Plastic, Karen. With Avantika best known for her role in Disney Channel Original Movie Spim, both are among the youngest actresses to round out the cast, with Seyfried fresh out of high school when production began. Photo: Getty Images
7. Mrs. George: Busy Philipps (2024) v Amy Poehler (2004)
Amy Poehler, Fey’s longtime friend and frequent collaborator, appeared in Mean Girls as Regina’s “cool” mum. She will be played by Busy Philipps in the 2024 musical adaptation. Photo: Getty Images
8. Coach Carr: Jon Hamm (2024) v Dwayne Hill (2004)
Another character with one of the most memorable moments in Mean Girls, Coach Carr will be played by Mad Men’s Jon Hamm in the upcoming musical, while Dwayne Hill appeared as Coach Carr in the 2004 film. Photo: Getty Images