The long-anticipated Spice Girls biopic appears to be moving forward after earlier doubts about its production. Writer Jack Rooke, known for his work on the Channel 4 comedy drama Big Boys, confirmed that the script for the project has been completed and expressed optimism about its future despite uncertainty over its release.

Originally planned to coincide with the 30th anniversary of the group's debut single "Wannabe" this summer, the film’s development faced setbacks, leading to speculation that the project had been abandoned. However, Rooke revealed during an appearance on the Side-tracked podcast with hosts Annie Mac and Nick Grimshaw that he and a close-knit team have crafted a script that offers more than a traditional music biopic. He described it as a “fun, comedy drama” and noted that while the project’s status remains unclear, there is hope it will eventually reach audiences.

Rooke’s connection to the Spice Girls goes beyond fandom; he counts some members of the group among his friends and regards them as a significant cultural influence. The biopic, being developed by Orchid Pictures, aims to reflect the band’s impact on British popular culture, particularly emphasizing their role as ambitious working-class women in the music industry. Rooke highlighted the importance of telling their story, drawing a parallel with the numerous films dedicated to The Beatles and arguing that the Spice Girls’ narrative warrants similar treatment.

The announcement revives momentum for a film that had seen other celebratory projects fall by the wayside in marking the group’s three decades in show business. Though the exact timeline and distribution plans remain to be confirmed, the completion of the screenplay marks a critical step toward bringing the biopic to life.