Author: Alex RossPublished 23rd Jul 2018 Last updated 24th Jul 2018
The hugely anticipated new Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again! arrived in cinemas last week, with box office records across the world being smashed by the feel good movie. But as the new film attempts to tell the story of what happened before the original 2008 release, eagle-eyed fans noticed a major continuity error.
Warning, if you haven't yet seen the new Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again! then don't continue reading, as the below text includes major spoilers about the new movie.
WARNING: Spoiler alert!
For fans who have already seen the highly praised new movie, many noticed a continuity error involving Pierce Brosnan's character Sam Carmichael.
In the 2008 movie, Meryl Streep's character Donna Sheridan reminisces about the time she met Sam (Pierce) in the 70s, with the character sporting some very long hair and a moustache in the photos.
However, fast forward to the 2018 prequel and Pierce's character looks a lot different to how he did in flashbacks.
As the new movie shows, Donna, who is now played by actress Lily James, meets Sam (Jeremy Irvine) but he has no facial hair and supports a lot shorter looking haircut.
But of course we can forgive Mamma Mia 2 bosses for the slight error as the movie is completely amazing and is guaranteed to put you in a great mood.
Check out the Mamma Mia! cast now and then:
Meryl Streep: 2008
Meryl plays the lead role in the 2008 film, playing the role of Donna Sheridan.
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Stellan Skarsgård: 2008
Swedish actor Stellan joined the star-studded cast back in 2008 to play the role of Bill Anderson, 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) potential dads.
Meryl Streep: 2008
Meryl plays the lead role in the 2008 film, playing the role of Donna Sheridan.
Meryl Streep: 2018
Fast forward 10 years and Meryl's involvement in the movie is limited. But she still gives a stellar performance!
Amanda Seyfried: 2008
Actress Amanda Seyfried was just 22-years-old when she played the role of Sophie in Mamma Mia! in 2008.
Amanda Seyfried: 2018
She's now grown up and gives off a mature vibe in the 2018 movie as she remembers her fictional mother Donna (Meryl Streep).
Pierce Brosnan: 2018
Pierce returned to the stunning island for the 2018 movie, playing his role of Sam Carmichael at the age of 65.
Pierce Brosnan: 2008
Who can forget the former 007 spy singing his heart out to 'SOS' in Mamma Mia! back in 2008?
Dominic Cooper: 2018
Now looking more grown up, fans of the 2018 movie fall in love all over again with his character Sky.
Dominic Cooper: 2008
A fresh-faced Dominc Cooper at the Mamma Mia! premiere in 2008.
Dame Julie Walters: 2018
Still looking elegant as ever at the age of 68, the actress has viewers in stitches with her character's hilarious nature in the 2018 movie.
Dame Julie Walters: 2008
Mamma Mia! fans fell in love with Julie Walter's portray of Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Rosie in the 2008 movie.
Colin Firth: 2008
At the age of 47 Colin joined the cast of Mamma Mia! in 2008, playing the role of Harry Bright.
Colin Firth: 2018
Returning as 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) dads in the 2018 movie, Colin looks a lot more sophisticated as he rocks a pair of glasses on the red carpet.
Christine Baranski: 2008
American actress Christine Baranski looked sensational as she joined the cast in 2008.
Christine Baranski: 2018
And 10 years later she's still looking amazing as she returns as Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Tanya.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2018
He returns for the 2018 edition, saving the day for Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) at the grand re-opening of The Hotel Bella Donna.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2008
Swedish actor Stellan joined the star-studded cast back in 2008 to play the role of Bill Anderson, 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) potential dads.
Meryl Streep: 2008
Meryl plays the lead role in the 2008 film, playing the role of Donna Sheridan.
Meryl Streep: 2018
Fast forward 10 years and Meryl's involvement in the movie is limited. But she still gives a stellar performance!
Amanda Seyfried: 2008
Actress Amanda Seyfried was just 22-years-old when she played the role of Sophie in Mamma Mia! in 2008.
Amanda Seyfried: 2018
She's now grown up and gives off a mature vibe in the 2018 movie as she remembers her fictional mother Donna (Meryl Streep).
Pierce Brosnan: 2018
Pierce returned to the stunning island for the 2018 movie, playing his role of Sam Carmichael at the age of 65.
Pierce Brosnan: 2008
Who can forget the former 007 spy singing his heart out to 'SOS' in Mamma Mia! back in 2008?
Dominic Cooper: 2018
Now looking more grown up, fans of the 2018 movie fall in love all over again with his character Sky.
Dominic Cooper: 2008
A fresh-faced Dominc Cooper at the Mamma Mia! premiere in 2008.
Dame Julie Walters: 2018
Still looking elegant as ever at the age of 68, the actress has viewers in stitches with her character's hilarious nature in the 2018 movie.
Dame Julie Walters: 2008
Mamma Mia! fans fell in love with Julie Walter's portray of Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Rosie in the 2008 movie.
Colin Firth: 2008
At the age of 47 Colin joined the cast of Mamma Mia! in 2008, playing the role of Harry Bright.
Colin Firth: 2018
Returning as 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) dads in the 2018 movie, Colin looks a lot more sophisticated as he rocks a pair of glasses on the red carpet.
Christine Baranski: 2008
American actress Christine Baranski looked sensational as she joined the cast in 2008.
Christine Baranski: 2018
And 10 years later she's still looking amazing as she returns as Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Tanya.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2018
He returns for the 2018 edition, saving the day for Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) at the grand re-opening of The Hotel Bella Donna.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2008
Swedish actor Stellan joined the star-studded cast back in 2008 to play the role of Bill Anderson, 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) potential dads.
She said, "When I got there, somehow - through the magic of who they both are - it became natural and organic and they trusted me and they shared the music with me, and I just lived my best popstar life! I gave it everything. The songs are so beautiful, they're magic."
Watch her full interview below:
Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again! is in UK cinemas now.
