Mia Sara Stuns on Red Carpet After 15 Years

It’s been nearly 15 years, but Mia Sara just proved that some stars never fade. The Ferris Bueller’s Day Off alum turned heads this week as she made a rare red carpet appearance for her new movie, The Life of Chuck, based on Stephen King’s novella. The event, held in Los Angeles, marked her official return to the screen after more than a decade away from the spotlight.

Sara, 57, wowed fans as she posed with the film’s star-studded cast, including Tom Hiddleston, Mark Hamill, Karen Gillan, and director Mike Flanagan. The film is scheduled to hit select theaters on June 6 and nationwide June 13.

Major Comeback

This marks Mia Sara’s first major movie role since 2011’s Dorothy and the Witches of Oz. She briefly appeared in a 2013 short film but had largely stepped away from acting to focus on life in the English countryside with husband Brian Henson, son of Jim Henson, the creator of The Muppets.

In The Life of Chuck, Mia Sara plays Sarah Krantz, grandmother to Tom Hiddleston’s character Charles. The emotional drama unfolds in reverse, tracking Charles’ life backward in time — and Sara’s performance is already generating buzz for its warmth and sincerity.

When asked what brought her back, Sara didn’t hesitate: “Honestly, it really was all about Mike. If Mike needs me, I’ll be there.” The Midnight Mass director apparently persuaded her during a casual conversation, proving once again that the best roles often come when we least expect them.

Will Mia Sara continue acting beyond this? She’s not sure — but one thing is clear: her comeback has fans feeling nostalgic and excited.