Ice Cube to Write and Star in 'Last Friday,' Reviving Iconic Comedy Franchise
Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema confirm the long-awaited fourth installment of the 'Friday' series, with casting and release details still in development.
- Ice Cube has officially reached a deal with Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema to write and star in 'Last Friday,' the fourth film in the 'Friday' franchise.
- 'Last Friday' marks the first installment in the series in over 20 years, following 2002's 'Friday After Next.'
- The revival follows years of delays caused by rights disputes and creative disagreements, now resolved under Warner Bros.' leadership.
- Casting for additional roles, including the potential return of Chris Tucker and Mike Epps, is ongoing, and no release date has been announced yet.
- The original 'Friday' film, released in 1995, became a cultural phenomenon and a financial success, grossing $28 million on a $3.5 million budget.