Heading into Nostalgia: Classic Film, "A Cinderella Story" Catching a Reboot Wave?

A common thread grinding its way through the movie archives for 2025 is nostalgia, with our screens once again buzzing with refashioned classics. Chad Michael Murray, icon of the film and television scene back in the day, is among those piqued by the reboot wave - and his tease for a reimagined "A Cinderella Story" has got us listening!

Renowned for their roles in "Freakier Friday," Murray alongside Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are already undertaking a wander down memory lane. However, Murray’s eyes are also firmly fixed on another throwback, a reboot of "A Cinderella Story." I must confess, he's aimed well with his pitch.

Speaking via Parade’s TikTok, Murray spilled some of his thoughts on where protagonists Sam Montgomery and Austin, from the modern-day fairy tale, might find themselves years later. Quashing the typical mood of everlasting love, he posed that the youngsters might have traveled separate paths post-high school. Quite the refresher from the cliché overdriven narratives!

"Your dreamy high school mate becoming your lifelong partner? Highly unlikely," the "One Tree Hill" star quipped. He further elaborated, shedding light on a more layered approach for our beloved characters. According to Murray, Austin could have ended up as an English teacher, while Sam, though a mother, remains single. The cherry on top? Their paths cross once again when Austin becomes Sam's daughter's teacher. A double whammy Cinderella story - now that's a pitch!

Translating this into the grand scope of cinema, it’s not an unbelievable arc. It would be an authentic revisit of the couple, who might have drifted apart after high school only to rediscover each other through a tapestry of mature insights and shared history.

Murray, who has made waves with his role in "Sullivan’s Crossing," also firmly believes that movies which have become a part of the cultural zeitgeist - ala "Freakier Friday," or "The Devil Wears Prada 2" - retain an enduring fan base, making the case stronger for a reboot. They are endearing relics of their day and continue to mesmerize younger audiences who discover these gems anew.

"There's a thirst for these vintage nuggets… and 'A Cinderella Story' is timeless. It's forever fresh with every young girl, yet again, clutching onto it. A job well done indeed!" he reflected.

So, is there a glimmer of hope that Murray's pitch might make it into upcoming film docket? Fingers crossed! The original film still shines bright in the movie galaxy, amassing ardent fans with every passing year. In the meantime, here’s to hoping that the star keeps fuelling the reboot buzz, inspiring a "Duffassaince" and creating ripples of anticipation among the original smitten viewers and the new breed alike!