Blake Laughter Celebrates New Film Amid Legal Tensions Over ‘It Ends With Us’ Adaptation

Blake Lively Celebrates New Film’s Success Amid Legal Drama
By Sonia Horon for DailyMail.com | Updated: 04:57 BST, 3 May 2025

Blake Lively is riding high after her dark comedy Another Simple Favor claimed the No. 1 spot globally on Prime Video. The 37-year-old actress took to Instagram Stories to celebrate the sequel’s success, calling the film “absolutely bonkers” and thanking fans for their support.

[Image: Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick in Another Simple Favor]
(Caption: Blake Lively and co-star Anna Kendrick in a scene from the hit sequel.)

The movie, a follow-up to 2018’s A Simple Favor, sees Lively reprise her role as the enigmatic Emily Nelson alongside Kendrick’s quirky mommy vlogger Stephanie. “We’re all so proud of this unhinged movie,” Lively wrote, sharing a still from the film. “Thank you, thank you. We’re so grateful to you.”

The celebration comes amid reports of a behind-the-scenes legal clash between Lively and It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni. While details remain scarce, sources describe the dispute as “intense,” though Lively has not publicly addressed it.

[Image: Blake Lively at a NYC event on April 27]
(Caption: Lively at a recent New York City appearance, days before the film’s release.)

Fans have eagerly awaited Another Simple Favor, which promises more twisted humor and shocking twists. The original film, based on Darcey Bell’s novel, grossed over $97 million worldwide, cementing Lively and Kendrick as a dynamic duo. Industry experts predict the sequel could surpass its predecessor, given its strong streaming debut.

Lively’s Instagram post highlighted her signature wit, with followers praising her commitment to the campy thriller genre. Meanwhile, anticipation builds for her upcoming project It Ends With Us, despite reported tensions. The adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, co-starring Baldoni, is slated for a 2026 release.

[Image: Justin Baldoni on set]
(Caption: Justin Baldoni, who directs and stars alongside Lively in It Ends With Us.)

As the legal situation unfolds, Lively remains focused on her thriving career. Married to actor Ryan Reynolds, the mother of four continues balancing blockbuster roles with family life, proving her status as one of Hollywood’s most versatile stars.

Another Simple Favor is now streaming on Prime Video.