Ice Cube confirmed that he and Mike Epps have officially turned in the “Last Friday” script, bringing the long awaited sequel one major step closer to becoming reality.
Ice Cube revealed he and Mike Epps have officially completed and submitted the script for Last Friday, the long anticipated fourth installment in the legendary comedy franchise. The announcement came recently during the exclusive Everyday’s Friday Lyrics, Loungin’ and Laughlin’ event at Long Beach’s new open air amphitheater, where fans gathered to celebrate the enduring legacy of the films.
The revelation marks one of the biggest developments surrounding the franchise in years. Fans have waited through numerous delays, cast changes and studio negotiations as Cube worked to bring the story back to the big screen. The celebration itself served as a reunion of the Friday universe. Cast members from across the trilogy appeared throughout the evening, including Clifton Powell, Kim Whitley, Kathleen Bradley and Paula Jai Parker. Music also played a major role, with performances from Scarface, Warren G and Ice Cube closing out the festivities.
Earlier this year, reports indicated Cube finalized an agreement with Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema to move Last Friday forward. He has also reportedly been developing the screenplay with The Boondocks creator Aaron McGruder and original Friday co-writer DJ Pooh. Although no release date has been announced, momentum appears to be building. Beyond the movie, Cube and Epps are also preparing a Friday themed podcast, giving fans another way to revisit the world that helped define a generation of comedy.
