20 things you probably didn't know about 'Easy A'

Arielle TschinkelSep 17, 2020, 21:05 IST

"Easy A" leaned into its allusions to "The Scarlet Letter."Screen Gems

The high-school rom-com "Easy A" premiered 10 years ago, but some fans still might not know all these behind-the-scenes fun facts.
Emma Stone was nominated for a Golden Globe for her leading role, but the part could have gone to Jennifer Lawrence.
There are plenty of puns and references to older rom-coms scattered throughout the film.
According to the screenwriter, there's an "Easy A" spin-off sequel in the works.

"Easy A" hit theaters in September 2010 with an all-star cast, including Emma Stone, Amanda Bynes, Patricia Clarkson, Stanley Tucci, Lisa Kudrow, Penn Badgley, and more.

The film's irreverent humor charmed audiences and instantly became one of the most rewatchable movies of all time.

In honor of the film's 10th anniversary, check out these 20 surprising things about the cult-favorite comedy that even its biggest fans might not know.

Emma Stone scored a major acting nod for her role in the film.

Emma Stone was nominated for playing Olive Penderghast. Screen Gems

Stone said her parents have a similar style to Olive's.

Patricia Clarkson and Stanley Tucci in "Easy A." Screen Gems

Stone said she's never seen the movie in full.

Emma Stone starred in "Easy A." Screen Gems

Some of the film's lead actors never actually went to high school.

Penn Badgley and Emma Stone in "Easy A." Screen Gems

Actor Cam Gigandet was 28 when he played a high schooler in the film.

Cam Gigandet in "Easy A" Screen Gems/screenshot

The global reaction to the film taught Stone about the ways high-school culture differs in other countries.

Amanda Bynes and Emma Stone in "Easy A." Screen Gems

Gluck said he almost passed on the film after a bad experience with a previous high-school movie.

Will Gluck also directed "Fired Up." Screen Gems

Royal reportedly wrote the majority of the screenplay in under a week.

Emma Stone and Aly Michalka in "Easy A." Screen Gems

"Easy A" is obvious in its connection to "The Scarlet Letter," but some of its references fly under the radar.

"Easy A" draws a lot of inspiration from "The Scarlet Letter." Screen Gems

All of the names in Olive's family make way for food puns and anagrams.

Olive's family are all named after food products. Screen Gems

The references to classic 1980s films aren't supposed to be subtle either.

Penn Badgley in 'Easy A." Screen Gems

Gluck likes to reference back to his past films in newer releases.

Will Glunk snuck oranges into many scenes of the film. Screen Gems

A few "Easy A" actors also reunited with Gluck for "Friends With Benefits."

Emma Stone in "Friends With Benefits." Screen Gems

Stone had worked with Lisa Kudrow two years before "Easy A."

Lisa Kudrow in "Easy A." Screen Gems

Natasha Bedingfield's "Pocketful of Sunshine" was chosen because of how "annoying" it was.

"Pocket Full of Sunshine" is featured throughout the film. Screen Gems

Stone had a medical emergency during the film's fake sex scene.

Emma Stone and Dan Byrd in "Easy A." Screen Gems

One of Stone's Hollywood pals auditioned for the part of Olive.

Emma Stone and Jennifer Lawrence both auditioned for "Easy A." Mario Anzuoni/Reuters

"Easy A" was Amanda Bynes' last on-screen appearance.

Amanda Bynes in "Easy A." Screen Gems

Gluck's one major regret about the film involves Bynes' character, Marianne.

Amanda Bynes' character is the head of the Christian group at the high school. Screen Gems

Royal has an "Easy A" spin-off in the works.

Emma Stone in "Easy A." Screen Gems

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