# Jessica Biel surprised by her own movie hiatus

> Jessica Biel shocked by 11-year acting break ending with new film.
- Title: Jessica Biel surprised by her own movie hiatus · FemaleFirst
- Summary: Jessica Biel shocked by 11-year acting break ending with new film. Jessica Biel ended a nine-year acting hiatus after starring in Matchbox the Movie, saying…
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- Published: 2026-10-09T22:00:15+00:00
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- Topics: jessica biel, matchbox the movie, entertainment, culture
## Jessica Biel's acting hiatus
Jessica Biel ended a nine-year acting hiatus by starring in Matchbox the Movie.
## Jessica Biel surprised by hiatus
Jessica Biel admitted she never imagined taking such a long break from film after years on television.
## Jessica Biel's driving challenge
Jessica Biel filmed high-speed driving scenes requiring strength to turn cars 180 degrees.
## Jessica Biel's return motivation
Jessica Biel said the script was amazing and she wanted to work with John Cena and Sam Hargrave.
## Key takeaway

Jessica Biel ended a nine-year acting hiatus after starring in Matchbox the Movie, saying she never imagined taking such a long break from film.