Exciting news incoming for Mamma Mia fans

Mamma Mia, here we go again isn't just a line from one of ABBA's hit songs, it's also going to be the name of the hotly anticipated sequel of the original musical movie.

As reported by Deadline, the sequel is due for release on July 20 next year, 10 years after the original Mamma Mia! hit cinemas.

The original ended up becoming a huge box office success, grossing more than US $600 million worldwide.

Mamma Mia! was so popular that, at the time of its release, it was the highest grossing film in UK history. It has since dropped down to 9th position.

According to Deadline, the entire original cast will reunite for the musical sequel which starred Meryl Streep, Amanda Seyfried, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth, Stellan Skarsgard, Julie Walters and Christine Baranski.

And, if you were worried about the sequel repeating some of ABBAs iconic hits, those producing the film have promised to build a whole new soundtrack from the extensive number of ABBA hits.

Phyllida Llyod, also known for directing The Iron Lady, directed the original movie however the sequel will instead be directed by Ol Parker.

The sequel will also reportedly be shot at the Greek island of Skopelos, where the original was filmed.

• This article was first published on nzherald.co.nz and is republished here with permission.