Behind Closed Doors: Jenna Ortega’s Mysterious Meeting with Margot Robbie’s Husband (Patreon)

On May 2nd, Jenna Ortega was seen in West Hollywood after a meeting with Tom Ackerley (Margot Robbie's husband and co-founder of LuckyChap Entertainment). This quickly sparked rumors of a potential collaboration between Ortega and LuckyChap.

There’s no official confirmation yet, but Twitter (X) and Reddit lit up fast, and many fans are speculating that the meeting was related to Alba, an A24 film announced in 2023 starring Camila Mendes. That project has been silent ever since, and let’s be honest—it's probably either delayed, quietly canceled, or stuck in development hell. (We’ll dig into Alba in a separate post.)

Sources tell me the meeting with Ackerley was about a bold, female-led film. No confirmation if Jenna’s starring or just attached in another role.

Here’s where it gets more interesting: Jenna Ortega has openly said she wants to direct a movie and has been developing a script for 10 years. That comment came not long before this LuckyChap meeting. So, is she pitching her directorial debut to Tom and Margot Robbie for them to produce? That’s what some rumors are saying.

With no official word from Jenna, everything is still just speculation—but the timing is too specific to ignore.

Here's a list of upcoming Jenna Ortega projects:

1. Hurry Up Tomorrow

Plot: A psychological musical thriller tied to The Weeknd’s upcoming album of the same name. The story follows a character grappling with existential dread, set against a surreal, music-driven narrative. Specific plot details remain under wraps, but it’s described as a “new cinematic experience” expanding The Weeknd’s musical universe. Ortega’s role is undisclosed but likely central, given her lead billing.

Cast: Jenna Ortega, The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye), Barry Keoghan.

Releasing on May 16.

Notes: Ortega also appeared in the music video for The Weeknd’s song “Drive,” which ties into the film’s aesthetic. The project has generated buzz for its ambitious blend of music and thriller elements, though The Weeknd’s previous project, The Idol, faced criticism, raising cautious optimism among fans.

2. Wednesday Season 2

Plot: The second season of Netflix’s hit series continues Wednesday Addams’ supernatural adventures at Nevermore Academy. Expect more gothic mysteries, horror elements, and a deeper focus on the Addams family (Morticia, Gomez, Pugsley). Ortega has teased a “more action-packed” season with heightened stakes, maintaining the show’s dark, quirky tone.

Cast: Jenna Ortega (Wednesday Addams), Catherine Zeta-Jones (Morticia), Luis Guzmán (Gomez), Emma Myers (Enid), Steve Buscemi (new principal), Thandiwe Newton, Haley Joel Osment, Christopher Lloyd, Billie Piper, Joanna Lumley, Lady Gaga (in a guest role).

Potential Release Date: August 6, 2025, for the first part, as confirmed by Netflix.

Production Status: Post-production. Filming began in May 2024 in Ireland and wrapped in November 2024.

Notes: Ortega is also an executive producer, with a larger creative role. The show’s first season was a massive hit, earning four Emmys, and Season 2 is expected to maintain its cultural impact. A third season is already greenlit.

3. Klara and the Sun

Plot: Based on Kazuo Ishiguro’s bestselling novel, the film follows Klara, an AI robot designed to alleviate loneliness, who forms a deep bond with a sick girl named Josie. The story explores themes of love, mortality, and humanity through Klara’s perspective as she navigates her purpose in a futuristic world. Ortega plays Klara, a role requiring a nuanced, otherworldly performance.

Cast: Jenna Ortega (Klara), Amy Adams (Josie’s mother), Natasha Lyonne (shopkeeper), Mia Tharia (Josie), Simon Baker, Steve Buscemi.

Potential Release Date: 2025, possibly mid-to-late year, as filming has wrapped. No official date is confirmed, but Sony’s acquisition of rights pre-publication suggests high priority.

Production Status: Post-production. Filming began in January 2024 and wrapped before Ortega started Wednesday Season 2 in May 2024.

Notes: This marks Ortega’s first major sci-fi role, a departure from her horror-centric projects. Waititi’s quirky directorial style and the star-studded cast make this a highly anticipated project.

4. The Gallerist

Plot: A dark comedy centered on a desperate art dealer who conspires to sell a dead body as a work of art at Art Basel Miami. The story promises intrigue, satire, and a critique of the art world’s excesses, with Ortega and Natalie Portman in lead roles. Specific character details are scarce.

Cast: Jenna Ortega, Natalie Portman (both in talks, not finalized).

Potential Release Date: 2026 or later, as the project has not started filming. Deals are still in negotiation, per Deadline.

Production Status: Pre-production. Casting and financing discussions are ongoing, with Portman’s production company, MountainA, potentially co-producing.

Notes: This project aligns with Ortega’s interest in bold, unconventional stories. Yan’s experience with female-driven narratives makes this a promising fit, but its early stage means details are limited.

5. Untitled J.J. Abrams Film

Plot: Described as a time-travel story, but specific plot details are tightly guarded. Abrams’ signature mystery-box approach suggests a high-concept sci-fi or adventure narrative. Ortega is expected to play a lead role alongside Glen Powell.

Cast: Jenna Ortega, Glen Powell (both in talks), additional casting TBD.

Potential Release Date: 2026 or later, as production is slated to begin in 2025. No official timeline is confirmed.

Production Status: Pre-production. Casting negotiations are nearing completion, and Warner Bros. is developing the project, with Bad Robot producing.

Notes: Ortega’s involvement with a major director like Abrams underscores her growing clout. The project’s secrecy fuels speculation, but Powell’s recent success (Twisters) adds to the hype.

6. Single White Female (Remake)

Plot: A modern take on the 1992 psychological thriller. The original followed a woman whose new roommate becomes obsessively attached, leading to dangerous consequences. The remake’s plot is expected to update the story for contemporary audiences, possibly exploring themes of identity or digital obsession, with Ortega in a lead role (likely the protagonist or the obsessive roommate).

Cast: Jenna Ortega, others TBD.

Potential Release Date: 2026 or later, as no production timeline has been announced.

Production Status: Pre-production. The project is in early development, with limited details available beyond Ortega’s casting.

Notes: Mentioned in X posts but not widely confirmed by major outlets, suggesting it’s in very early stages. Ortega’s affinity for thrillers makes this a fitting choice, but lack of updates raises questions about its priority.

7. Acorns

Plot: No plot details are available. The project is listed in X posts but lacks corroboration from major sources, suggesting it may be a working title, a misreported project, or in very early development. It could be a smaller indie film or a code name for another known project.

Cast: Jenna Ortega, others TBD.

Potential Release Date: Unknown, likely 2026 or beyond if real.

Production Status: Unknown/Pre-production. No official confirmation beyond X mentions, making its status uncertain.

Notes: The lack of details and absence from major industry reports suggest this may be speculative or conflated with another project (e.g., The Gallerist or Abrams’ film). Further verification is needed.