JoJo Open to Aquamarine Return as Emma Roberts Joins Disney+ Pilot
JoJo says she'd reprise her Aquamarine role if the stars align, as Emma Roberts returns as executive producer for Disney's new pilot.
JoJo is leaving the door open for a return to Aquamarine. The singer and actress, who starred in the 2006 film, told comingsoon.net that she would reprise her role in the upcoming television adaptation if the stars align and it is meant to be.
Her comments come as Emma Roberts, her co-star in the original movie, returns to the franchise as an executive producer. Roberts will also appear in the pilot.
JoJo praised the project's direction, calling the pilot script amazing. She also noted that Roberts has developed projects from the ground up before.
Disney+ and Disney Channel ordered a pilot for the new Aquamarine in June. Sarah Watson is writing the series, and Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum, who directed the 2006 movie, is attached to direct the pilot.
The synopsis follows teenager Coral as she moves to a seaside town, discovers her mother was a mermaid, and awakens magical powers.
Quick answers
Is JoJo returning for the Aquamarine TV series?
JoJo said she would reprise her role if the stars align and it is meant to be. No casting has been confirmed.
Who is making the new Aquamarine pilot?
Sarah Watson is writing the series, and Elizabeth Allen Rosenbaum, who directed the 2006 film, is attached to direct the pilot.
Where will the new Aquamarine series air?
Disney+ and Disney Channel ordered a pilot for the project in June.