Everything We Know About the ‘Barbie’ Movie Starring Margot Robbie, So Far

Originally published on Jan. 27, 2023.

We’re just months away from entering Barbie’s world. The live-action film is among the most anticipated of the year and that’s mostly due to fans knowing so little about it and its plot, while still hearing all the nonstop chatter about it over the course of a few years. 

Production and filming began in 2022 and paparazzi shots of Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken on set in Venice Beach made the rounds last summer and went viral. The first-look photos Warner Bros. released of a shirtless beach blond Gosling also caused a stir on social media.

The Greta Gerwig-directed film is exploring a new story angle for the famed doll, which has been a staple in the toy world since 1959. This time around, Robbie’s character will show fans what happens when the iconic doll that’s known for her flawless perfection tries to break out of her box and do things her way. 

From the stacked cast to the storyline to Gerwig helming a woman-led project again, this is bound to be a neon-colored treat for movie fans. Barbie is not hitting theaters until July 21, but here’s everything we know about the movie so far ahead of its arrival.