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Rita Wilson to Reprise Role in HBO 'Girls' Revival Filming Summer 2027

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TheWrap reports that Rita Wilson says she will reprise her role as Evie Michaels in the HBO "Girls" reunion series . TheWrap reports that the revival is scheduled to begin filming in the summer of 2027 . TheWrap reports that series creator Lena Dunham announced a limited five‑episode run featuring all four original main characters . TheWrap reports that Judd Apatow will return as an executive producer while Jenni Konner will not be involved as an executive producer or co‑showrunner . TheWrap reports that the original cast returning includes Lena Dunham, Allison Williams, Jemima Kirke and Zosia Mamet .

Why it matters. TheWrap reports that the upcoming five‑episode revival will allow fans to see the original cast together again when it airs after production in 2027 .

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