> At a Glance
> – Emma Stone says she and Jennifer Lawrence will not portray Miss Piggy in their new project
> – The duo are producing a film about the Muppet, with Cole Escola writing the script
> – Stone called the suggestion an “insult” and declared “Miss Piggy is playing Miss Piggy”
> – Why it matters: Fans wondering who will embody the iconic pig will see her appear as herself
Emma Stone has shut down any notion of taking on the role of Miss Piggy in the forthcoming movie she is producing with longtime friend Jennifer Lawrence.
Stone’s Candid Response
In a W Magazine interview published January 6, Stone rejected the idea outright. “First of all, that is the biggest insult to Miss Piggy I’ve ever heard, and I will not have her name dragged through the mud like that.”
She added:
- “Why would I play a literal star? She’s the greatest.”
- “No, of course I’m not playing Miss Piggy-and neither is Jen. We pale in comparison.”
- “Miss Piggy is playing Miss Piggy. She would be storming out right now at the mere suggestion.”
Project Origins
Jennifer Lawrence first revealed plans for the film during a November 2025 appearance on the Las Culturistas podcast.
Jennifer Lawrence told hosts:
> “I don’t know if I can announce this, but I am going to … Emma Stone and I are producing a Miss Piggy movie and Cole Escola is writing it.”
When asked whether the producing partners might also star, Lawrence replied, “I think so. It’s f—– up [that we haven’t done a movie together].”
Awards Buzz
Stone’s appearance in W Magazine coincided with awards-season chatter for her film Bugonia, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination.
Her previous collaboration with director Yorgos Lanthimos, Poor Things, won her the Golden Globe in 2024.
Emma Stone admitted she still misses that character:
> “If I could have a chance to play Bella again forevermore, I would. But I’ve got to stop talking about that f—— movie. I mean, even Yorgos is like, ‘We get it, you miss Bella. Get over it. Grow up.'”
Key Takeaways
- The Miss Piggy film marks the first on-screen collaboration between Stone and Lawrence
- Cole Escola is attached as screenwriter
- Miss Piggy will reportedly appear as herself rather than being portrayed by an actor
- Production details and release dates have not been announced
With Stone and Lawrence producing-and Miss Piggy playing herself-the project promises a fresh take on the beloved Muppet.
