If you're a fan of Mamma Mia! and its infectious ABBA tunes, you've probably wondered when we'll get to return to the sun-drenched Greek islands for another musical adventure. Amanda Seyfried, who played Sophie in the first two Mamma Mia! films, might just have a potential cast member in mind for Mamma Mia 3 — and it's none other than pop star and actress Sabrina Carpenter.
In a recent interview with ABC News, Seyfried, now 38, seemed open to the idea of Carpenter, 25, playing her on-screen daughter. It all started when interviewer Will Ganss mentioned Carpenter's impressive cover of the iconic ABBA hit “Mamma Mia” during a recent concert. The age gap may be a slight stretch, as Seyfried is only 13 years older than Carpenter, but the actor jokingly dismissed this, saying, “Old age makeup for me. I don't mind.”
This playful exchange has sparked excitement among fans who can already imagine the duo bringing more ABBA magic to the big screen. Seyfried's enthusiasm for the idea also shows her dedication to making Mamma Mia 3 a reality. “If Sabrina Carpenter wants to play my daughter, I'll make it happen,” she said with a laugh, adding that she's a big fan of Carpenter.
Seyfried herself has been a central part of the franchise since the 2008 original, which featured an ensemble cast including Meryl Streep, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgård, and Christine Baranski. The plot revolved around Sophie inviting three men who could potentially be her father to her wedding, set to the soundtrack of ABBA classics. The movie was a commercial success, grossing over $600 million worldwide and earning a devoted fan base.
In 2018, the original cast returned for Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again, a combination of a sequel and a prequel that explored the backstory of Donna, Sophie's mother (played by Streep), portrayed by Lily James in her younger years. The second film continued the franchise's success, earning over $395 million globally.
Though there's been no official confirmation of Mamma Mia 3, series producer Judy Craymer hinted that a third installment is indeed in the works, saying, “I know there's a trilogy there.” With rumors swirling and cast members like Christine Baranski fueling the hype by revealing she's heard potential plot details, fans have every reason to believe that another sequel is on the horizon.
If Sabrina Carpenter joins the cast, it could inject a fresh new energy into the franchise while maintaining its ABBA roots. As Seyfried herself said, “Everybody says it's going to happen,” and now fans just have to hope it does — with Carpenter possibly belting out hits alongside Seyfried.
Until we get an official announcement, the possibility of Carpenter playing Seyfried's daughter is enough to keep Mamma Mia! fans daydreaming about the next sunny, musical chapter. Could Carpenter be the key to bringing Mamma Mia 3 to life? We'll just have to wait and see.
What do you think about Sabrina Carpenter possibly joining Mamma Mia 3 as Amanda Seyfried's on-screen daughter? Do you think she would be a good fit for the role? Let us know your thoughts!
