Jennifer Love Hewitt’s ‘Final Girl’ Set Visit Airs on ExtraTV
Dive into shoot-day interviews with the scream queen before the horror reboot hits screens
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Tomorrow, June 17, ExtraTV will premiere an exclusive on-set interview with Jennifer Love Hewitt, who returns as Julie James in the upcoming film I Know What You Did Last Summer. After keeping the footage under wraps since her February visit, the entertainment newsmagazine will air the full segment and drop the uncut interview on YouTube. Fans everywhere are buzzing over the chance to hear Hewitt reflect on her iconic role and share behind-the-scenes moments from the slasher reboot.
Back On Set For Julie James
Jennifer Love Hewitt first slayed screens as Julie James in the 1997 original, which grossed over $125 million worldwide and cemented her status as a horror icon. Now, more than two decades later, she steps back into the blood-spattered world of seaside suspense. According to her IMDb profile and multiple interviews, Hewitt was keen to revisit the character she helped define, noting that returning to Julie’s storyline felt both nostalgic and fresh. On set, she could be seen in rain-slicked wardrobe, wielding the signature hook and trading tense dialogue with the new ensemble cast.
Inside The Final Girl Interview
During the ExtraTV sit-down, Hewitt opened up about what it was like to reunite with the franchise. “I may or may not have gotten slightly emotional watching my girl crush her scenes…pure magic on set,” she told host [name redacted]. She discussed collaborating with director [director’s name] and welcomed the fresh energy of her co-stars. The interview also captures candid set footage—empty beach chairs marked “Julie James,” night shoots under artificial storm clouds, and Hewitt testing practical special-effects blood. Viewers will see her genuine reactions as she revisits key filming locations and shares stories from the original production, including early screen tests and fan-favorite moments that have endured in cult movie circles.
Fan Reactions And Merch
Ahead of the film’s release, fans have been celebrating Julie James in surprising ways. Back in May, Hewitt shared an Instagram post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DK2CaikRuvF/) celebrating artwork at Horror Vibes Coffee in Los Angeles. The post shows custom paintings of Julie James beside steamy lattes, with Hewitt thanking artist @pbourque77 for blending horror nostalgia with caffeine culture. “Two of my favorite things—Julie James and coffee!” she proclaimed, urging followers to visit the pop-up gallery.
Another Instagram highlight came when Hewitt appeared on Good Morning America wearing a custom Julie James tee by @smalltown_weirdo (https://www.instagram.com/p/DKpDKf3xYFv/). The actress teased limited-edition shirts replicating her on-set jacket, sharing clips of the design process on her Stories. “Pinch-me moment!” she captioned, pointing fans to smalltownweirdo.com, where the tees sold out within hours. These moments underscore the excitement around her return and the enduring bond between Hewitt and her fanbase.
Beyond merch and art, social media has lit up with speculations and nostalgia. #FinalGirl trended on Twitter after the ExtraTV announcement, with fans recalling their first scares in the theater. Many tagged Hewitt’s Instagram, sharing throwback photos from Halloween parties and film screenings in her honor.
As the June 17 interview nears, anticipation is at fever pitch. ExtraTV promises a full-length conversation on YouTube immediately after the broadcast, offering a deeper dive into Hewitt’s career, personal reflections on stardom, and hints at her next projects.
Whether you’re a horror aficionado or a longtime Love Hewitt devotee, tomorrow’s feature will be must-watch television. Tune in to ExtraTV and subscribe to their YouTube channel to catch every confessional, behind-the-scenes clip, and heartfelt insight from the scream queen herself.
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