Lindsay Lohan's top 5 movies as she returns for Freakier Friday
Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are back as mother and daughter in Disney's anticipated sequel, Freakier Friday.
Contrary to popular belief, the pair are not 'reuniting' for this project. Instead, as Curtis boldly declared at the film's London premiere, they have always been "united."
They are and have remained friends since the original Freaky Friday was released over 20 years ago.
Fittingly landing in cinemas this Friday (August 8), Freakier Friday is similarly based on characters from Mary Rodgers's 1972 novel.
But this time it isn't just Anna (Lohan) and her mother Tess (Curtis) who fall victim to a supernatural body swap. Other members of their family are drawn into the magical affair, which forces them to see life through each other's eyes.
As fans gear up for Lohan's return to the silver screen, here are her top five films.
Confessions Of A Teenage Drama Queen is an underrated gem (Image: George Kraychyk/Walt Disney/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock )
Landing in fifth place is this 2004 family flick directed by Sara Sugarman. Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen tells an all-too-familiar tale of a teen who will do anything to be the centre of attention.
The synopsis reads: "A teenage girl is convinced that her home city revolves around her until her family packs up and moves to the suburbs, where she finds herself competing for attention."
Lohan stars as the titular teenager, Mary Elizabeth, whose quest for popularity is foiled by mean girl Carla Santini (played by Megan Fox).
While the light-hearted comedy may not win over adult viewers, which is likely why it scored a sour 14% on Rotten Tomatoes, it hits all the marks for young audiences.
Confessions of A Teenage Drama Queen is streaming now on Disney+.
Irish Wish is a blend of the fantasy and romance genre (Image: Netflix )
Lohan returned to her spooky Freaky Friday roots in this charming 2024 romance. Set in Ireland, Irish Wish was directed by famed producer Janeen Damian.
It follows book editor Maddie (Lohan), whose wish to marry her crush comes true. However, she soon discovers that her husband-to-be is far from what she envisioned.
Netflix's synopsis reads: "Maddie's dream guy is days away from marrying her best friend when a wish for true love made on an ancient stone in Ireland magically alters her fate."
The romcom features an entertaining love triangle with Outlander's Ed Speleers as one of Lohan's love interests. If this drama slipped under your radar, now's the time to tune in.
Irish Wish is streaming now on Netflix.
Freaky Friday is still a riot 22 years on (Image: PA)
Arguably one of the most iconic Disney flicks of all time, Freaky Friday could easily climb to the top of this list. Unfortunately, Lohan has too many excellent films.
The synopsis reads: "Tess and her daughter, Anna, do not get along. However, things take a turn when, in a freak incident, they switch bodies and are forced to live each other's lives."
Directed by Mark Waters, who also helmed Mean Girls, the family comedy boasts a stellar cast. Its leading duo are joined by NCIS' Mark Harmon, One Tree Hill alum Chad Michael Murray and Thelma & Louise star Stephen Tobolowsky.
Boasting an impressive 88% Rotten Tomatoes score, this Y2K flick has definitely stood the test of time.
Freaky Friday is streaming now on Disney+.
The Parent Trap is a must-watch (Image: Disney+)
In second place comes The Parent Trap, which features one of Lohan's finest performances. Just 12 years old at the time, Lohan stars as separated twins Hallie and Annie, who stumble upon each other during summer camp.
The synopsis reads: "Identical twins, separated shortly after birth when their parents divorce, unexpectedly meet at a summer camp. Will their scheme to switch places result in reuniting their family?"
Despite sharing the screen with talented actors, including Dennis Quaid and the late Natasha Richardson, Lohan shines. Although it doesn't clinch the number one spot, this Nancy Meyers-directed comedy is a must-watch.
The Parent Trap is streaming now on Disney+.
Mean Girls is still Lohan's best film (Image: Michael Gibson/Paramount/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock)
Claiming the victory is Mean Girls, which has maintained its grip on pop culture for decades. Also directed by Mark Waters, it brilliantly captures the quirks of teenagerhood.
The synopsis reads: "Cady joins a public school in Illinois. Her two classmates warn her to stay away from a coterie of girls led by queen bee Regina, but Cady joins them. However, she gets smitten with Regina's ex-love."
From its iconic one-liners to its impressive ensemble, including Rachel McAdams and Tina Fey, it doesn't get better than this 2004 comedy.
Mean Girls is streaming now on Netflix.
Freakier Friday lands in cinemas on Friday, August 8
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