"After Erin and I met with Mark and learned more about his grandfather's creation of Betty, I realized there was a much deeper story to tell," she continued. "One that could be explored in a way that feels refreshing, subversive, and timeless, much like Betty herself."

For Mark's part, he was intrigued by the Emmy winner's "unique concept" for the film.

"I was breathtaken," he told the outlet in a statement. "Quinta so embodies Betty's love of life, intelligence, humor, sassiness and compassion that the relationship between her as Betty and Max burst into life at its mere mention."

The news comes more than two months after Abbott Elementary—in which Quinta stars as Janine Teagues—was renewed for a sixth season. And although the actress is grateful to see her award-winning series continue to thrive, she is also interested in exploring more projects.

"Right now, I'm receiving scripts and waiting for that moment that feels like, 'Oh man, this is exactly what I've been looking for,'" the Emmy winner told Bustle in June 2025. "Abbott has been so successful, and I want to use that success to get other people's projects off the ground." 

"I'm always interested in playing against type," Quinta continued. "I think that's any actor's dream." 

While fans wait to see Quinta as Betty Boop, keep reading for more movies to look out for.