Crazy Rich Asians fans, rejoice — Henry Golding has officially confirmed that a television series based on the hit 2018 film is finally in the works.
During a recent appearance on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, the actor behind Nick Young gave fans the long-awaited update:
“Something’s being made. I think we’re actually going to do a series. That’s what they’re trying to give us. Aiming for like first quarter, even, next year,” Golding said.
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Scripts Are Circulating — But He Hasn’t Seen Them Yet
While Golding hasn’t personally read the scripts, he did confirm that they’re already being passed around behind the scenes.
“There are scripts hanging around but they haven’t been passed on yet. I haven’t read anything, but I hear it’s promising.”
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HBO Max Series In Motion With Original Creators On Board
The Crazy Rich Asians series is being developed for HBO Max, with key names from the original film returning:
▪️ Adele Lim, co-writer of the 2018 film and now a successful director (Joy Ride, Raya and the Last Dragon), is attached as showrunner
▪️ Jon M. Chu, director of the original film and the upcoming Wicked movie, returns as executive producer
This marks the first time an original cast member has publicly confirmed the series is more than just industry buzz.
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Potential Timeline: When Will We See It?
Golding mentioned a “first quarter” start, likely referring to early 2026 filming. If that holds, the show could premiere by late 2026 or early 2027 — but an earlier 2025 production start could fast-track that timeline.
There’s still no word yet on whether Michelle Yeoh, Constance Wu, or Awkwafina will return. Also unclear: whether the series will follow Kevin Kwan’s sequel novels (China Rich Girlfriend, Rich People Problems) or take a fresh direction entirely.
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The Legacy of Crazy Rich Asians
The original film was a cultural game-changer — the first Hollywood studio film in 25 years to feature a predominantly Asian cast in a contemporary setting. It made over $238 million worldwide and opened new doors for Asian-led stories in Western media.
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Fans will be watching closely as updates roll in. For now, one thing’s for sure: the world of Crazy Rich Asians is about to get a lot richer.
