Another Simple Favor
dropped on Prime Video May 1 and the reactions were all over the place. While some loved the suspense, it was the behind-the-scenes chaos that really stole the show. Between the thrilling twists, an infamous incest scene to Blake Lively
’s drama floating in from It Ends With Us
, the buzz was hard to escape. But turns out, there might be more to this story than just a whodunnit.
As the conversations grew louder, director Paul Feig found himself in the middle of the storm. With case talk whizzing and angry responses rising, Feig has leaped to the defense of his star
, and his emotion filled words are only adding to the surprises.
Blake Lively’s on-set reputation gets a major defense from Paul Feig
The drama around Blake Lively just will not quit, but director Paul Feig is stepping in to clear up the confusion. With reports of tension between Lively and co-star Anna Kendrick on A Simple Favor
gaining attention, Feig addressed them head-on.
, he called Lively an “amazing collaborator,”
explaining that the idea that she was tough to work with stems from misunderstandings about how movies are made. According to Feig, Lively’s involvement in the creative process was nothing out of the ordinary.
#AnotherSimpleFavor director Paul Feig praises Blake Lively: “She’s the most amazing collaborator, so smart.” pic.twitter.com/7AHDPU1V5Z
— Variety (@Variety) March 7, 2025
Feig’s comments come at a time when Lively’s name is tied to the Justin Baldoni case, but he was adamant that these personal issues do not carry over into her professional career. Feig also went on to slam the idea that Lively was difficult to work with
, saying the “outrage”
was overblown. In fact, he questions fans’ anger asking them to, “please, go and help make the world a better place.”
Feig’s statement went on to reassure fans that there was no feud between Lively and Kendrick
and that working with the actress was nothing short of a pleasure.
While Feig was busy clearing up the drama surrounding Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick
, it is clear he has already got his sights set on bigger things. As he continues to work with these iconic characters, he is also looking ahead at what is next for the Simple Favor universe
Where could Simple Favor go from here? Paul Feig teases big changes
Paul Feig is already envisioning a thrilling third Simple Favor
movie. In an PEOPLE interview as reported by the Telegraph, the director shared his excitement about continuing the story, saying, “I definitely know where I want it to go.”
Feig is eager to take Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively’s characters on a new, international journey.
He hinted at exploring even more dramatic settings, stating, “I think we need to take them out into the world even more.”
A Simple Favor 3? 🤞 pic.twitter.com/aGqZDrIkwa
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Though Another Simple Favor
just dropped on Prime Video, Feig was not holding back with his plans for the future. In the same interview, he expressed his love for working with the cast
, revealing, “It was too much fun, I would love to get back together with this group and these characters.”
If the cast is willing, Feig is ready to dive into another wild adventure. So if the stars align, Simple Favor
fans could be in for the most thrilling, globe-trotting chapter yet!
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