Overview

• The reunion at the C2E2 convention on April 12, 2025, marked the first time all five main cast members appeared together publicly since the film's 1985 release.
• Emilio Estevez, who had not participated in previous reunions, joined Molly Ringwald, Judd Nelson, Ally Sheedy, and Anthony Michael Hall, expressing his emotional connection to the event.
• The cast shared behind-the-scenes memories of working with director John Hughes, highlighting his unique ability to authentically portray young characters.
• They discussed the film’s lasting cultural impact and contrasted its modest, character-driven production with today’s high-budget, concept-driven filmmaking trends.
• The group collectively ruled out the possibility of a sequel, citing a desire to honor Hughes' legacy and the film’s original, timeless message.