HIT Christmas rom-com The Holiday is to get a sequel with its original lead quartet of stars — 17 years on.
The new movie is expected to revisit the relationships that spring up between Cameron Diaz, 50, and Jude Law, 49 and, Kate Winslet, 47, Jack Black, 53.
Its 2006 predecessor saw Brit Winslet swap her home, with American Diaz’s for Christmas.
Both find love in each other’s world.
A source said: “The plan is to start filming next year.
"The main talent are all signed up.”
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A film source added: “The plan is to start rolling on scenes next year, primarily in the U.K. and in Europe, but the main talent are all signed up and on board.
“It’s one of the most successful movies of its kind and still enjoyed every year by millions of fans around the world - it makes perfect sense to revisit those characters and find out what became of their lives after they hooked up.
“It’ll be funny, poignant, and heartwarming - just what everyone wants for Christmas.”
The Holiday cost £70million to make but went on to take in well over £200million at the box office before becoming staple seasonal viewing.