Cameron Diaz’s return to acting inBack in Actionwas a huge moment that resonated with audiences across the world, and her blockbuster renaissance doesn’t seem to be slowing down any time soon.Back in Actionquickly became Netflix’s 6th biggest movie of all timeearlier this year, marking the popular star’s return from an unofficial 11-year retirement.
According toThe Hollywood Reporter,Diaz has reportedly signed on for another action comedy at NetflixfromJury Dutydirector Jake Szymanski entitledBad Day. With a screenplay written by Laura Solon, the film centers around a single mother trying to keep her daughter happy after the worst day of her life.
Details of the story have already been compared to Joel Schumacher’sFalling Down, the 1993 comedy starring Michael Douglas and Barbara Hershey.The film will reportedly start shooting in just a few monthsthroughout New York and New Jersey.
Back In Action Seemingly Wasn’t A One-Off
AlthoughBack in Actionwas a huge success earlier this year,one movie isn’t the deserving comeback that Diaz neededafter so many years out of the business. It wasn’t clear whether the actor would be returning to acting full-time or whetherBack in Actionwould be a standalone project with an old friend, butBad Dayhas finally offered some more evidence that Diaz is back for good.
Diaz was renowned for starring in some of thebest studio comedies of the ‘90s, fromThe Maskwith Jim Carrey toThere’s Something About Marywith Ben Stiller. The fact that she’s returning so confidently to the comedy genre after so many years suggests more than a simple comeback, but rather a renaissance of Diaz comedies.
A New Phase Of Her Career Is In Motion
The news of Diaz’ new movie breaking just weeks before Netflix releasesHappy Gilmore 2feels like a very intentional decision, sparking some kind of neo-90s revival on the streaming service. Whiledetails aboutBad Dayremain sparse, there’s something very exciting about seeing so many classic ‘90s comedy actors entering new phases of their careers thanks to streaming.
It’s yet to be seen how wellBad Daywill compete withDiaz’ best movies, but the project clearly marks the continuation of a new era for the acclaimed actor. If it’s anything likeBack in Action, the movie could quickly prove to be an immense hit for Netflix and continue her ongoing winning streak.
