- Primary Subject: Elle (Legally Blonde prequel series)
- Key Update: Prime Video has officially scheduled the release date of Elle and renewed the series for a second season.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: January 22, 2026
- Quick Answer: Prime Video’s Legally Blonde prequel, Elle, premieres July 1, 2026. Starring Lexi Minetree, the series explores Elle’s high school origins and has already been renewed.
Prime Video has finally announced the premiere date for Elle, the highly anticipated Legally Blonde prequel series.
Starring Lexi Minetree as a young Elle Woods, the show explores the character’s high school origins long before stepping into Harvard Law, as we saw in the first film. Original star Reese Witherspoon returns to the franchise as an executive producer, fueling fan excitement for this fresh look at a cinematic icon.
When is the Release Date of Elle?
Prime Video revealed that the first season of Elle will premiere worldwide on July 1, 2026, making it one of their major releases this summer.
It is expected to consist of eight episodes. It remains unknown whether the entire season will be released simultaneously or if it will be released weekly.
The first season follows Elle Woods in high school as we learn about the life experiences that shaped her into the iconic young woman we came to know and love in the first film.
Aside from Minetree, the cast includes June Diane Raphael as Elle’s mother, Eva; Tom Everett Scott as her father, Wyatt; Gabrielle Policano; Jacob Moskovitz; Chandler Kinney; and Zac Looker. The recurring cast members include Jessica Belkin, Logan Shroyer, Amy Pietz, Matt Ober, Chloe Wepper, David Burtka, Brad Harder, Kayla Maisonet, Lisa Yamada, and James Van Der Beek.
So far, no trailer has been released yet, so stay tuned for more updates in the coming months.
Is Elle Already Renewed for Season 2?
Fortunately, Prime Video has already given an early renewal for the second season of Elle. Production has started months before the series even premieres.
"Twenty-five years after the world met Elle Woods for the first time, it's a dream come true to share the story of how she became the unstoppable force we all fell in love with. Discovering Lexi Minetree and watching her step into Elle's fabulous shoes has been one of the most gratifying experiences of my career. I think our series' themes of kindness, authenticity, and believing in yourself will resonate deeply with fans of the original films and new audiences alike," Witherspoon said in the announcement.
"Working with our incredible Hello Sunshine team, Amazon, and our visionary writers and directors to bring Elle's high school journey to life has been a tremendous joy. I can't wait to share Season One with the world and start rolling cameras on Season Two!"
Given that the series has not even premiered, it will take a while before we hear more details about the second season.
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