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Prime Video Announces 'Elle', a 'Legally Blonde' Prequel Series, with July Release Date

Entertainment5/6/2026
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Prime Video has released a teaser trailer for 'Elle', a prequel series to the comedy 'Legally Blonde'. The series follows high school-aged Elle Woods and its first season is scheduled to premiere on July 1. The show has already been renewed for a second season.

Facts First

  • Prime Video will release 'Elle', a 'Legally Blonde' prequel series, with Season 1 premiering on July 1.
  • The series has been renewed for a second season, with production scheduled to begin this spring.
  • Lexi Minetree stars as Elle Woods, making her leading role debut.
  • Laura Kittrell and Caroline Dries serve as co-showrunners, with Reese Witherspoon among the executive producers.
  • Filming began in April 2025, with Jason Moore directing the first two episodes.

What Happened

Prime Video has released a teaser trailer for 'Elle', a prequel series to the comedy Legally Blonde. The series follows high school-aged Elle Woods. Season 1 is scheduled to release on Prime Video on July 1. The series has been renewed for a second season. Filming for the series began in April 2025.

Why this Matters to You

If you enjoyed 'Legally Blonde', you will have a new series to watch this summer. The show's renewal for a second season before its premiere suggests confidence in its potential, which may mean a longer-running story to follow. The casting of a new lead actress and a recurring cast could offer a fresh take on a familiar character.

What's Next

Season 1 of 'Elle' is scheduled to premiere on Prime Video on July 1. Production for Season 2 is scheduled to begin this spring.

Perspectives

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Production Announcements clarify that the new series serves as a prequel, exploring the formative high school years that shaped Elle Woods into her iconic persona.