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New 'Legally Blonde' Prequel Series 'Elle' Premieres on Prime Video

A new prequel series titled 'Elle,' focusing on a younger Elle Woods, has premiered on Prime Video. Reviews indicate the series is a well-executed, though at times derivative, reimagining of the original 'Legally Blonde' film. Newcomer Lexi Minetree stars as the titular character.

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New 'Legally Blonde' Prequel Series 'Elle' Premieres on Prime Video

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What Happened

Prime Video has released a new prequel series titled 'Elle,' which explores the early life of Elle Woods, the iconic character from the 'Legally Blonde' film franchise. The series features newcomer Lexi Minetree in the lead role, portraying a teenage Elle.

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Reviews suggest that while the series is competently produced, it often relies on familiar elements from the original movie. Some critics have expressed surprise at the quality of the show, with one reviewer noting that Minetree's performance might rival that of Reese Witherspoon, who originated the role.

The setting for the series is reportedly grunge-era Seattle, placing a young Elle Woods in a different environment than her later Harvard Law School days. The show aims to provide a fresh perspective on the character's journey before her well-known legal career.

Key Facts

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    A new prequel series titled 'Elle' has been released on Prime Video.

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    The series focuses on a younger version of the character Elle Woods.

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    Lexi Minetree stars as the teenage Elle Woods.

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    Reviews describe the series as well-executed but also derivative of the original film.

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    The show is set in grunge-era Seattle.

How outlets are framing this

The same facts, told 5 ways. Read them side by side and draw your own conclusions.

nypostNew York Post
The New York Post provides a surprisingly positive review, suggesting the 'Elle' prequel series is 'shockingly not bad.'
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techradarTechRadar
TechRadar expresses unexpected praise for the 'Elle' series, with a reviewer admitting they were impressed by its quality and Minetree's performance.
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seattletimesThe Seattle Times
The Seattle Times focuses on the effort of newcomer Lexi Minetree in portraying a teen Elle Woods for the 'Elle' series.
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upiUnited Press International
United Press International highlights the contrast of the character in a new setting, with a review focusing on Elle Woods in grunge Seattle.
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varietyVariety
Variety offers a critical review, stating the 'Elle' series is well-executed but largely a rehash of the original film.
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Full Coverage

5 articles · chronological
New York PostNew York Post
‘Legally Blonde’ prequel series ‘Elle’ is shockingly not bad: review
TechRadarTechRadar
I've watched all of Prime Video Legally Blonde prequel Elle and hugely have to eat some humble pie — it's that good, Lexi Minetree might give Reese Witherspoon's legacy a run for its money
The Seattle TimesThe Seattle Times
What, like it’s hard? Newcomer Lexi Minetree put in the work to play a teen Elle Woods in ‘Elle’
United Press InternationalUnited Press International
Lexi Minetree: Pink, little 'Elle' is fish out of water in grunge Seattle
VarietyVariety
‘Legally Blonde’ Prequel Series ‘Elle’ Is Often Well-Executed, if Mostly a Rehash: TV Review

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5 articles · chronological

New York PostNew York Post
‘Legally Blonde’ prequel series ‘Elle’ is shockingly not bad: review
TechRadarTechRadar
I've watched all of Prime Video Legally Blonde prequel Elle and hugely have to eat some humble pie — it's that good, Lexi Minetree might give Reese Witherspoon's legacy a run for its money
The Seattle TimesThe Seattle Times
What, like it’s hard? Newcomer Lexi Minetree put in the work to play a teen Elle Woods in ‘Elle’
United Press InternationalUnited Press International
Lexi Minetree: Pink, little 'Elle' is fish out of water in grunge Seattle
VarietyVariety
‘Legally Blonde’ Prequel Series ‘Elle’ Is Often Well-Executed, if Mostly a Rehash: TV Review

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