Lily Collins to Star as Audrey Hepburn in ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ Making-Of Film

Lily Collins, known for her role in the Netflix series Emily in Paris, is set to portray Audrey Hepburn in an upcoming film that will chronicle the production of the iconic 1961 romantic comedy Breakfast at Tiffany’s. The project, announced on February 23, 2026, is not a remake of the film itself, but a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of bringing the classic to the screen.

Behind the Scenes of a Classic

The still-untitled film will delve into the pre-production process of Breakfast at Tiffany’s, exploring the dynamics between key figures involved in the movie’s creation. It will move between New York City, where the original film was shot on location, and Beverly Hills, where the deals were brokered according to Variety.

Source Material and Creative Team

The film is based on Sam Wasson’s 2010 nonfiction book, Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M.: Audrey Hepburn, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, and the Dawn of the Modern Woman, which provides a detailed account of the film’s production. Alena Smith, the creator of the Apple TV+ series Dickinson, is writing the screenplay. As of February 24, 2026, a director has not yet been announced The Guardian.

Collins’ Connection to the Role

Collins shared her enthusiasm for the project on Instagram, stating that it has been in development for nearly a decade and reflects a lifetime of admiration for Audrey Hepburn. “Honoured and ecstatic don’t begin to express how I feel,” she wrote Los Angeles Times.

The Story Behind the Story

Breakfast at Tiffany’s, adapted from Truman Capote’s 1958 novella, follows the story of Holly Golightly, a New York socialite, and her relationship with writer Paul Varjak. The film received five Academy Award nominations, winning awards for Best Score and Best Song (“Moon River”) Los Angeles Times.

But, the path to creating the film was not without its challenges. Capote initially envisioned Marilyn Monroe for the role of Holly Golightly, but Paramount Pictures ultimately cast Hepburn against his wishes. He later expressed his dissatisfaction with the casting, calling it a “miscast film” The Guardian.

What to Expect from the New Film

The upcoming film promises to offer a comprehensive look at the making of Breakfast at Tiffany’s, including the pre-production drama and on-set incidents, such as a near-electrocution during the filming of the iconic opening sequence outside Tiffany & Co. On Fifth Avenue Elle Decor. Casting for other key roles, including Truman Capote and director Blake Edwards, is still underway.