A dazzling dual casting is in the works for director Cameron Crowe’s latest film: Anya Taylor-Joy is in advanced talks to play a youthful Joni Mitchell during her golden years of the 1960s and ’70s, while Meryl Streep will step into Mitchell’s shoes later in life. The high-profile casting promises a deeply layered cinematic exploration of the legendary singer-songwriter.
Taylor-Joy, the red-hot star of The Queen’s Gambit and the Furiosa saga, is poised to embody the restless creativity of Mitchell’s early career—when she produced iconic albums like Blue and Clouds, and penned heart-rending classics such as “Both Sides Now” and “A Case of You.”
Meanwhile, Oscar-winner Streep’s participation brings serious prestige as she portrays an older version of Mitchell, reflecting on her legacy and the emotional journey that shaped it.
The project, already in development with Mitchell actively collaborating on the script, is slated for a Christmas 2025 release. Crowe has described the film as an intimate “autobiography through her prism,” spotlighting not just the key figures in Mitchell’s life but the music that remains cinematic in its resonance.
As one of the most poetic voices in modern music, Mitchell’s story—marked by personal adversities, artistic breakthroughs, and industry upheaval—now has the potential to be captured by two of Hollywood’s most compelling actresses. Taylor-Joy’s Atlantic energy and Streep’s storied gravitas could offer audiences a rich, time-spanning portrayal of Mitchell’s spirit.