Fans have rejoiced as a legendary film finally gets a sequel after 40 years and it’s just months away from being released.
This is Spinal Tap was first released in 1984 and starred Michael McKean, Christopher Guest and Harry Shearer.
Directed by Rob Reiner, who also starred in mockumentary comedy, it followed a heavy metal group Spinal Tap, dubbed as one of England’s loudest bands on their American tour.
Now, decades after the 80s satire film first hit screens, a second instalment is set to launch with the original stars returning too.
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues will be released in September and cheering crowds can be heard in a 30-second teaser trailer for the sequel.
There is a brief reference to the first film when a guitar speaker turns from 11 to infinity.
Fans have rejoiced as a legendary film finally gets a sequel after 40 years and it’s just months away from being released
This is Spinal Tap first released in 1984 and starred Michael McKean, Christopher Guest and Harry Shearer
Directed by Rob Reiner, who also starred in mockumentary comedy, it followed a heavy metal group Spinal Tap dubbed as one of England’s loudest bands on their American tour
Bleecker Street has gained the rights to both movies and the new film will also feature cameo appearances from several music icons including Elton John, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood.
It will follow Spinal Tap as they perform one last time after reuniting after 15 years.
Director Rob Reiner said: ‘So happy to be working with the folks at Bleecker Street who are pᴀssionate about keeping Tap’s legacy alive and happy to give Marty DiBergi another sH๏τ at relevancy.’
While Bleecker Street’s CEO Andrew Karpen and president Kent Sanderson said: ‘We feel privileged for the opportunity to work with Rob Reiner and the brilliant minds behind the original This Is Spinal Tap and to be part of a film that has resonated with so many.’
They described the first movie as a cultural touchstone’ and added: ‘This Is Spinal Tap isn’t just a movie – it’s a cultural touchstone that pioneered the mockumentary genre and left an indelible mark on both film and music.
Now, decades after the 80s satire film first hit screens, a second instalment is set to launch with the original stars returning too
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues will be released in September and cheering crowds can be heard in a 30-second teaser trailer for the sequel
This Is Spinal Tap has a whopping 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes and has been praised by many
‘Returning to this world through Spinal Tap II is an extraordinary chance to celebrate its legacy while creating something fresh for both new and devoted audiences.’
This Is Spinal Tap has a whopping 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes and has been praised by many.
In 2002 it was chosen for preservation by the National Film Registry, as the Library of Congress declared it was ‘culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant.’
Some fans have taken to social media to express their excitement of the new release, one posted on X: ‘WAIT THEY’RE MAKING A SPINAL TAP 2???’;
‘Can’t wait for Spinal Tap 2.’;
A brief reference to the first film is shown in the trailer when a guitar speaker turns from 11 to infinity
Some fans have taken to social media to express their excitement of the new release
‘A ‘Spinal Tap 2′ is crazy. I’m watching it.’
Rob Reiner discussed a sequel back in 2022 when he told ᴅᴇᴀᴅline that he hadn’t decided to move forward with it until they conceived a strong concept.
‘The plan is to do a sequel that comes out on the 40th anniversary of the original film and I can tell you hardly a day goes by without someone saying, ‘Why don’t you do another one?” he said. ‘For so many years, we said, ‘Nah.’
‘It wasn’t until we came up with the right idea how to do this. You don’t want to just do it, to do it. You want to honor the first one and push it a little further with the story.’
