Universal Pictures confirmed a film adaptation of Britney Spears' memoir 'The Woman in Me' is in the works.
Jon M. Chu, who is also attached to the 'Wicked' adaptation, is set to direct the film, which is being produced by Marc Platt.
The memoir, which became a #1 New York Times Bestseller selling over 2.5 million copies, details Spears' rise to fame, and her struggles with the conservatorship.
Millie Bobby Brown has expressed interest in playing Spears in the biopic, citing a personal connection to Spears' story of growing up in the public eye.
Spears teased the movie project on social media, speculating potential actresses for the adaptation, including Tate McRae, Sydney Sweeney, Addison Rae, Heather Morris, and Tatianna.
Michelle Williams narrated the audiobook edition of the memoir.
The biopic is expected to draw a large audience and may potentially be released in theaters first, followed by a release on Peacock.
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