Ivan Reitman’s “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” is a superhero movie with a difference. Originating from the mind of “The Simpsons” writer Don Payne, it isn’t based on any pre-existing material from a Marvel or DC comic book — or from any form of pre-existing material or comic book, for that matter.
The romantic comedy tells the story of a regular guy dumping his superhero girlfriend, only for her subsequent resentment and jealousy to turn his life upside down.
It stars Uma Thurman as superhero G-Girl, aka Jenny Johnson, and Luke Wilson as Matt Saunders, the New York architect who dumps her. A talented cast provides Thurman and Wilson with able support.
“My Super Ex-Girlfriend” holds a fairly underwhelming 40% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but that’s perhaps harsh — it’s undoubtedly an amusing spoof of the superhero genre. It was also only a modest financial success. Having cost around $30 million to make, it grossed just over $61 million worldwide (per Box Office Mojo).
Released on July 21, 2006, the film will celebrate its 20th anniversary this year. With that in mind, wouldn’t be cool to see the core cast two decades later, compared to how they looked when it hit theaters? Let’s do that right now…
Uma Thurman (Jenny Johnson / G-Girl)
GettyAcademy Award-nominated actress Uma Thurman played Jenny Johnson, aka G-Girl, in “My Super Ex-Girlfriend.” Jenny is a seemingly shy and insecure woman who is secretly the powerful superheroine G-Girl. She gained her powers from a crashed meteor as a child. Her jealousy following rejection drives the movie’s plot.
Age when “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” released: 36.
Selected movie credits before “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Dangerous Liaisons (1988), Pulp Fiction (1994), Batman & Robin (1997).
Above is a 2026 social media post by Uma Thurman with several recent pictures of her.
Age now: 55.
Selected movie credits after “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief (2010), Nymphomaniac (2013), The House That Jack Built (2018).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Luke Wilson (Matt Saunders)
GettyActor and Frat Pack member Luke Wilson played Matt Saunders in “My Super Ex-Girlfriend.” Matt is a regular New York architect who gets into a relationship with Jenny. He ends the relationship due to her controlling behavior, which results in her jealous antics.
Age when “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” released: 34.
Selected movie credits before “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Charlie’s Angels (2000), The Royal Tenenbaums (2001), Old School (2003).
GettyAge now: 54.
Selected movie credits after “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Vacancy (2007), The Skeleton Twins (2014), Meadowland (2015).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Anna Faris (Hannah Lewis)
GettyActress and comedian Anna Faris played Hannah Lewis in “My Super Ex-Girlfriend.” Hannah is Matt’s sweet co-worker and budding new love interest. She becomes the target of Jenny’s jealous rage.
Age when “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” released: 29.
Selected movie credits before “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Scary Movie (2000), Lost in Translation (2003), Brokeback Mountain (2005).
GettyAge now: 49.
Selected movie credits after “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: The House Bunny (2008), What’s Your Number? (2011), The Dictator (2012).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Eddie Izzard (Barry Lambert / Professor Bedlam)
GettyBritish actor, comedian, and activist Eddie Izzard played Barry Lambert, aka Professor Bedlam, in “My Super Ex-Girlfriend.” Barry is G-Girl’s genius and eccentric archnemesis. He was once in love with her as a teenager, but now seeks to depower her.
Age when “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” released: 44.
Selected movie credits before “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: The Avengers (1998), Shadow of the Vampire (2000), Ocean’s Twelve (2004).
Above is a 2026 social media post by Eddie Izzard with a recent picture of her.
Age now: 64.
Selected movie credits after “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008), Valkyrie (2008), Abominable (2019).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Rainn Wilson (Vaughn Haige)
GettyActor, comedian, podcaster, producer, writer, and director Rainn Wilson played Vaughn Haige in “My Super Ex-Girlfriend.” Vaughn is Matt’s quirky and outspoken best friend and co-worker. He provides support (and plenty of comic relief) as Matt’s troubles with Jenny escalate.
Age when “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” released: 40.
Selected movie credits before “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Galaxy Quest (1999), Almost Famous (2000), House of 1000 Corpses (2003).
Above is a 2025 social media post by Rainn Wilson with two recent pictures of him (alongside his “The Office” co-star Jenna Fischer).
Age now: 60.
Selected movie credits after “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Monsters vs. Aliens (2009), Super (2010), The Meg (2018).
Filmography info per IMDb.
Wanda Sykes (Carla Dunkirk)
GettyActress, comedian, and writer Wanda Sykes played Carla Dunkirk in “My Super Ex-Girlfriend.” Carla is Matt and Hannah’s strict and sarcastic boss who adds comedy to proceedings. She ends up firing Matt as the chaos in his personal life starts to affect his work.
Age when “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” released: 42.
Selected movie credits before “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Nutty Professor II: The Klumps (2000), Pootie Tang (2001), Monster-in-Law (2005).
Above is a 2026 social media post by Wanda Sykes with several recent pictures of her.
Age now: 62.
Selected movie credits after “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”: Evan Almighty (2007), License to Wed (2007), Rio (2011).
Filmography info per IMDb.
It’s great to see all of the core cast of “My Super Ex-Girlfriend” still doing so well. It’s just a shame we never got a sequel to it.
