10 actresses who could play Britney Spears in biopic: From Millie Bobby Brown to Sabrina Carpenter
10 actresses who can play Britney Spears in her biopic
Britney Spears' biopic is officially in the works with Universal Pictures acquiring the rights of the singer's 2023 bestselling memoir 'The Woman in Me'. Even the 'Toxic Pony' singer announced the news on her social media by writing, "Excited to share with my fans that I've been working on a secret project with #MarcPlatt. He’s always made my favorite movies … stay tuned." While 'Wicked' director Jon M Chu has been roped in to direct the project, the actress who will essay Britney's role has not been decided yet. Here's a look at the actresses who can do justice to Britney on the big screen.
1. Millie Bobby Brown
While the search for the perfect candidate to play Britney is still on, Millie Bobby Brown makes a strong candidate because of her sheer wish to play the role herself. The 'Stranger Things' star shared with Drew Barrymore on her show in 2022, "I want to play a real person and I think for me, Britney ... [It] would be Britney Spears. I think her story, first of all, resonates with me." She continued, "Just growing up in the public eye watching her videos, watching interviews of how when she was younger. I mean, same thing with you," before adding, "I see the scramble for words [in her interviews] and I don't know her, but when I look at pictures of her, I feel like I could tell her story in the right way and hers only."
2. Sabrina Carpenter
Sabrina Carpenter is another compelling choice for the role of Britney owing to the fact that she has already performed on the singer's famous track '...Baby One More Time' during 2023's The Emails I Can't Send Tour. The Disney alum is a full-time singer who is known for her songs like 'Espresso' and 'Please Please Please', per People.
3. Sydney Sweeney
Sydney Sweeney may not be a singer, but she has an edge over several other contenders on this list because of her looks. With several fans finding similarity between the looks of the Grammy-winning singer and the 'Madame Web' actress, Sweeney makes for a compelling contender.
4. Tate McRae
Singer and performer Tate McRae is also considered to be one of the actresses who can essay Britney on the big screen. Not only do the two stars have a similar origin arc (both starting their career early on as young children), they grew up to be famous singers. Moreover, Spears has also shown her love for McRae as a performer while interviewing her for V Magazine in May 2024. As Britney told the 'Greedy' singer, "You’re an incredible performer," McRae gushed, "That means so much coming from you." She also revealed that she has drawn quite an inspiration from Britney in her work.
5. Bella Thorne
Bella Thorne is getting the vote of several fans of the 'Toxic' singer because of their behavioral similarities. The Disney channel alum, known for her role in 'Shake It Up' has gained quite a reputation after making candid social media posts like Britney on her social media.
6. Florence Pugh
Florence Pugh, who has recently delivered memorable acting performances through her roles in 'Oppenheimer' amd 'Little Women', is also seen as a worthy contender for Britney's role in her biopic. As the young actress is known for her gripping acting, she has lent her voice in the 2023 film 'A Good Person' as well.
7. Dove Cameron
Dove Cameron is another star who has boasted her expertise in both acting and singing with equal elan. The Disney channel alum, who has acted in ABC's 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D' and released songs like 'Boyfriend', is also a devoted fan of Britney Spears. She once told 'Access Hollywood' in 2017, "I love her. I mean, you can’t not love Britney," and added, "My favorite song of all time? Probably 'Toxic.' I also love like 'Bombastic Love' and some of her old stuff like 'Cinderella.'"
8. Elle Fanning
Elle Fanning has already made a case for her candidature as she has already shown the world how she would look in Britney Spears' costume. For her 2022 Halloween look, 'The Great' actress dressed up like Spears by mimicking the singer's 2001 MTV Video Music Awards look by donning a green bra, shorts, a cape and headset microphone along with a prop snake around her neck.
9. Grace Van Dien
Several Britney Army fans are of the opinion that the 'Greenhouse Academy' actress Grace Van Dien should be given the chance to portray Britney Spears in the biopic. Reason, their similar build and blonde locks.
10. Madelyn Cline
Madelyn Cline has also drawn the attention for the coveted role because of her acting chops and looks. The 'Glass Onion' actress is championed for her blonde looks as well.
