News · 3 August 2026
Barbie sequel stalls as contract talks hit a dead end
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Warner Bros needs to lock down deals with the main stars and director by December before film rights return to Mattel. Ryan Gosling wants about $20m to reprise his role as Ken, while Margot Robbie and Greta Gerwig are also yet to agree terms. The original comedy made about $1.5bn globally, but studio bosses say they haven't been able to reach an agreement so far.
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