The “Crazy Rich Asians” TV series is moving forward at HBO, with four of the film’s stars returning. Constance Wu, Henry Golding and Ronny Chieng have all signed on as series regulars in the one-hour original drama series, with Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh recurring. All four will reprise their respective roles from the hit 2018 film.
This series is the sequel we’ve been waiting for, but instead of just one movie, we get eight episodes to delve into the characters and worlds of Kevin Kwan’s brilliant books,” said Adele Lim, who co-wrote the 2018 film and has been set as showrunner and executive producer for the TV series. Television has been a dream. Our writers room is humming and we can’t wait to share what we’ve come up with.” The series was first reported to be in the works back in early 2025.
Like the film, the TV project is based on Kevin Kwan’s book series of the same name. Getting to see my stories and characters come to life with the breathing room of an HBO series is a dream come true, and I am so excited to experience the magic that Adele, Jon, Nina, Brad, our amazing writers and iconic cast will create.” The film “Crazy Rich Asians,” directed by Jon M. Chu, was a box office smash when it opened in theaters in 2018.
Against a reported budget of $30 million, the film grossed over $239 million worldwide. It was also a hit with critics, with the series holding a 91% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. A feature sequel had long been reported to be in development but has yet to move forward.
Instead, the TV series received the greenlight at HBO. Finally, I get to answer the question I’ve been asked almost every day for eight years: ‘When are we getting the sequel?’ Well… bok bok bitch, we’re back.” Chu will also return to executive produce (via Electric Somewhere), alongside Lim (via 100 Tigers), Kwan, and Emmy-winning producers Nina Jacobson and Brad Simpson, whose Color Force banner developed and produced the movie. The series is co-produced by HBO and Warner Bros.
We’re glad to be in partnership with this talented producing team and cast.” Added Channing Dungey, chairman, Warner Bros. Television Group and US Networks: “From a bestselling novel to a blockbuster film and now television, ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ has solidified its place as one of the most beloved stories in popular culture. Kevin Kwan created an irresistible world filled with the perfect blend of glitz, humor, and heart, and the talented Adele Lim returns to adapt this renowned tale for a new television audience.
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