Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Stellan Skarsgård says Meryl Streep’s character could be “brought back from the dead” for ‘Mamma Mia 3’

Mamma Mia fans, get ready to dance and sing once again because there might be a possibility of a third installment in the beloved movie franchise. Stellan Skarsgård, who plays Bill Anderson in the films, recently revealed that Meryl Streep’s character could be brought back from the dead for Mamma Mia 3.

In an interview with NME, Skarsgård expressed his excitement for the potential return of Streep’s character, Donna Sheridan. “A lot of people are working on it,” he said. “There is a script, but it’s not written.” This statement has caused a stir among fans, who have been eagerly waiting for any news on a possible third movie.

The first two Mamma Mia movies, released in 2008 and 2018 respectively, were both box office hits and were loved by audiences worldwide. The films brought together an all-star cast, including Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried, Colin Firth, Pierce Brosnan, and of course, Stellan Skarsgård. The feel-good musicals, set on a picturesque Greek island, were filled with infectious ABBA songs and heartwarming storylines that captured the hearts of many.

However, fans were left heartbroken by the end of Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again, as it was revealed that Donna had passed away. Many felt that the absence of Streep’s character would leave a void in any potential sequel. But Skarsgård’s recent statement has given hope to fans that Donna might just make a comeback.

The actor also mentioned that the potential third movie could explore the younger years of Donna, which was briefly shown in flashbacks in the second film. “They could go back and make a prequel,” he said. “It’s a bit too early to say, but it’s fun that it’s written at all.”

Streep, who has won the hearts of audiences with her portrayal of Donna, has not yet confirmed her involvement in the potential third movie. However, her co-stars have expressed their desire to work with her again. Lily James, who played a younger Donna in Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again, said in an interview with Entertainment Tonight that she would love to have Streep back. “We would all love to do it,” she said. “We would all be there in a flash.”

The news of a potential Mamma Mia 3 has brought excitement and anticipation among fans, who have taken to social media to express their enthusiasm. Many have shared their wish lists for the third movie, with some hoping for a reunion of the original cast and others suggesting new additions to the already star-studded lineup.

The success of the first two movies has shown that there is a demand for feel-good musicals that can transport audiences to a world of love, laughter, and catchy tunes. And with the current state of the world, a third Mamma Mia movie could be just what we need to lift our spirits.

So, as we eagerly wait for any further updates on Mamma Mia 3, let’s keep our fingers crossed and hope that we get to see Donna and the gang once again. And as Stellan Skarsgård said, “A lot of people are working on it,” which gives us even more reason to believe that Mamma Mia 3 is not just a dream, but a possibility. Until then, let’s keep dancing and singing along to the iconic ABBA songs and relive the magic of Mamma Mia!

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