Scarlett Johansson Spills on Her “Hectic” Back-to-School Season with Kids

I’m Jaden Patel, and I’m here to dish out the tea on Scarlett Johansson’s chaotic back-to-school season. As a seasoned observer of celebrity life, I’ve got the scoop on how Scarlett is juggling her directorial debut, motherhood, and a dash of humor.

Scarlett Johansson recently opened up about her “busy” back-to-school season with her kids, Rose, 10, and Cosmo, 4, during the premiere of her new film, Eleanor the Great, at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. The 40-year-old actress, who shares son Cosmo with husband Colin Jost and daughter Rose with ex Romain Dauriac, didn’t mince words when describing the chaos of getting her kids back to school. “It’s hectic,” she told E! News’ Francesca Amiker. “Oh my gosh, my daughter’s school started the day after Labor Day, which I think is rude, actually. So I’m calling out her school.”

Scarlett’s not just dealing with the usual mom stress; she’s also been busy directing her new film, Eleanor the Great, which features June Squibb, 95, and real Holocaust survivors. The actress recalled the good times on set, laughing with her producing partner, Jonathan Lia, and Keenan Flynn. “There’s a lot of very deep, deep dramatic work that the actors are doing,” Scarlett explained. “And in between all of that, you have to laugh because otherwise you cry. So we were just in hysterics all the time.”

As for her kids, Scarlett’s previously teased which of her movies she’s excited for them to see, namely, Jurassic World: Rebirth. “I’ve been talking to some other Jurassic fans and they say this is the scariest one,” she told E! News’ The Rundown host Erin Lim Rhodes in June. “But I would let my daughter see it. It’s still appropriate for the family. You just gotta watch it through the crack in your fingers.” Scarlett’s enthusiasm for the Jurassic franchise is no surprise, given that she starred in the original Jurassic Park movie at the age of 10.

Scarlett’s personal life has been making headlines, too. Her romance with Colin Jost has been going strong, with the couple welcoming their son Cosmo in 2021. The pair has been known to have a little fun during awards season, with Colin pouring a green bowl of slime over Scarlett at the 2021 MTV Movie & TV Awards. The couple’s chemistry is undeniable, and they’ve been spotted together at various red-carpet events, including the 2020 Golden Globes and the Avengers: Endgame premiere.

As Scarlett navigates her busy schedule, it’s clear that she’s prioritizing her family and her craft. With her directorial debut and motherhood on her plate, Scarlett’s proving that she’s a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood. And who knows what’s next for this talented actress? One thing’s for sure: we’ll be keeping an eye on her.

In conclusion, Scarlett Johansson’s back-to-school season may be hectic, but she’s handling it with her signature humor and poise. As she continues to juggle her career and motherhood, we can’t help but admire her dedication to her craft and her family.

Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News, People Magazine
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