Lindsay Lohan is gearing up to take on a pivotal role as both the star and executive producer of the highly anticipated Hulu drama series, Count My Lies. This series is inspired by the novel of the same name written by Sophie Stava, and it represents Lohan’s return to television in a lead capacity for the first time. The plot centers around Sloane Caraway, a compulsive liar who cunningly secures a position as a nanny for the affluent couple, Violet and Jay Lockhart. In this exciting new role, Lohan is expected to portray Violet, while specific details about the rest of the cast remain undisclosed.
The development of this series is in the capable hands of This Is Us showrunners Isaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger, who are committed to exploring the intricate psychology behind deception. As Sloane navigates her role in the Lockhart household, she will gradually uncover the hidden secrets that lie within. This project marks the third collaboration between Aptaker and Berger with Hulu, following their successful works, Love, Victor and the short-lived sitcom, How I Met Your Father.
News of Lohan’s new series comes just before the release of Walt Disney Studios’ upcoming sequel, Freaky Friday, titled Freakier Friday, where she will reprise her beloved role as Anna Coleman. The film features an impressive cast, including Jamie Lee Curtis as Anna’s mother, Tess, and Julia Butters as Anna’s daughter, Harper. Additionally, Lohan recently appeared in the 2024 Netflix holiday movie, Our Little Secret, alongside Ian Harding from Pretty Little Liars.
Lindsay Lohan Announces Shift Away from Romantic Comedies
During her appearance on the red carpet at CinemaCon on April 3, 2025, the Mean Girls star candidly shared her desire to transition away from romantic comedies. In an interview with AP Entertainment, Lohan expressed her love for the genre but emphasized her eagerness to explore a diverse range of characters and roles that challenge her as an actress. At the Big Screen Achievement Awards ceremony, she was honored with the Vanguard Award, sharing the spotlight with notable figures like Channing Tatum and Ana de Armas.
As reported by PEOPLE, Lohan reflected on the “surreal” experience of witnessing her transformation on-screen, particularly during her debut in The Parent Trap (1998). The former Disney star described this moment as surreal, yet familiar, reinforcing her deep-rooted connection to the film industry. Throughout her acceptance speech, Lohan reminisced about her upbringing in Hollywood and remarked on the unique magic of cinema. She took this opportunity to express gratitude towards Disney for their unwavering belief in her and acknowledged her husband, Bader Shammas, for his constant support. She concluded her heartfelt speech by thanking her fans for a “lifetime of love”.
At CinemaCon, Lohan also had a joyful reunion with Curtis, where both actresses teased fans about the upcoming Freakier Friday sequel. According to reports from PEOPLE, Lohan conveyed her excitement about stepping back into Anna’s shoes. Curtis added that the sequel promises to be even “freakier” than the original film, as it introduces doubled body swaps, showcasing her character Tess swapping lives with Anna’s soon-to-be stepdaughter, Lilly Davies, played by Sophia Hammons.
Freakier Friday is scheduled to premiere in U.S. theaters on August 8, 2025. While the release date for Count My Lies has yet to be announced, the anticipation surrounding both projects is palpable.
Source: AP Entertainment, PEOPLE, PEOPLE
