Prime Video has unveiled the first teaser for Elle, a coming-of-age prequel to Legally Blonde that explores the early years of the iconic Elle Woods. Starring Lexi Minetree as the teenage version of the character made famous by Reese Witherspoon, the series is set to premiere July 1—and it’s already been picked up for a second season.
Set in 1995, the story follows Elle as a high school student whose seemingly perfect life in Bel-Air is disrupted when her family relocates to Seattle after her father is forced to change jobs. The move throws her into an unfamiliar world, where she faces new social challenges, complicated friendships, budding romance, and even some questionable style choices. Despite the upheaval, Elle leans on her close-knit family—especially her mother—and gradually develops the resilience and confidence that will define her later life.
The official synopsis reads: “Through it all, Elle uses her family as a touchstone, and forms an even tighter bond to her mother, proving that they can get through anything life throws their way as long as they have each other. With each challenge she faces, Elle grows closer to the Elle Woods we know and love today.”
The cast includes June Diane Raphael and Tom Everett Scott as Elle’s parents, alongside a supporting ensemble featuring Jacob Moskovitz, Gabrielle Policano, Chandler Kinney, Zac Looker, and Amy Pietz, with several recurring guest stars throughout the season. Created by Laura Kittrell, the series is co-run with Caroline Dries, while Witherspoon serves as an executive producer. Witherspoon previously shared her enthusiasm for the project, saying, “I truly couldn’t be more excited about this series! Fans will get to know how Elle Woods navigated her world as a teenager with her distinct personality and ingenuity, in ways that only our beloved Elle could do. What could be better than that?! Legally Blonde is back!”
Check out the teaser trailer for ‘Elle’ – HERE.
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