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Crazy Rich Asians Returns With New HBO Drama Series
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News18•09-10-2026, 10:45
Crazy Rich Asians Returns With New HBO Drama Series
- •HBO has greenlit an eight-episode drama series based on the Crazy Rich Asians franchise, eight years after the hit film.
- •Original stars Constance Wu, Henry Golding, Ronny Chieng, and Michelle Yeoh will reprise their roles in the upcoming series.
- •Co-writer Adele Lim will serve as showrunner, with author Kevin Kwan and director Jon M. Chu returning as executive producers.
- •Production for the hour-long episode series is scheduled to begin in 2027 by HBO and Warner Bros. Television.
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HBO has greenlit an eight-episode drama series based on the Crazy Rich Asians franchise, with each episode running for approximately an hour. The series format allows the creators to explore the characters and family dynamics in greater detail than a feature film.
Constance Wu and Henry Golding will reprise their starring roles as Rachel Chu and Nick Young, alongside Ronny Chieng as Eddie Cheng. Additionally, Michelle Yeoh will return to her role as Eleanor Sung-Young in a recurring capacity.
HBO has confirmed that production for the Crazy Rich Asians drama series is scheduled to begin in 2027. However, an official premiere date and detailed filming schedule have not yet been announced.
