Remember the 1995 buddy comedy, Friday? The movie, shot entirely in a neighborhood and centered on unemployed friends Craig Jones (Ice Cube) and Smokey (Chris Tucker), became a pop culture phenomenon, and its catchphrases and memes still circulate today.
The film also gave rise to two sequels — Next Friday (2000) and Friday After Next (2002) — that were also successful. Fans have long been hoping for a sequel, especially after years of rumors suggesting that one was in the works. And now, finally, they’re getting it, according to reports.
The next installment of the Friday film series, titled Last Friday, is officially happening. Warner Bros. has closed a deal with Ice Cube to write and star in the film, which is set for a 2026 release.
The X account of Culture Crave quotes The Hollywood Reporter, and reports:
"'Last Friday' is officially happening Warner Bros has closed a deal with Ice Cube to write and star in it (via @THR)"
With New Line president and CCO Richard Brener confirming the development in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, fans are excited as they brace themselves for more laughs.
Hilarious fan reactions
While fans were delighted by the news of another Friday movie, many shared their hilarious thoughts on the internet.
"I hope this movie lasts for 3 hours," a fan wrote.
Considering it’s been over 20 years since the last Friday movie, fans want the next one to be at least three hours long and nothing less, as compensation for making them wait so long.
"Yall know damn well current comedians are gonna ruin this movie," commented another.
Uh-oh, it looks like this user doesn’t want Last Friday to feature any current-generation comedians, believing they might ruin it by not understanding the flavor and expectations of the previous films.
The perfect casting (via @Mkloo32 / X)
This user has the perfect plan to make Last Friday a smashing hit — cast Chris Tucker and Mike Epps. Tucker starred in the first film, while Epps took over in the second and third.
"No Deebo and no Pops is gonna suck!" a fan pointed.
Many fans don’t see the point in another Friday movie, since the late actors John Witherspoon and Tommy Lister Jr. sadly won’t be there to reprise their iconic roles as Pops and Deebo.
"I better not see one influencer or streamer in this movie," said another.
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Noticing the growing trend of casting influencers and streamers as supporting characters to boost ticket sales, this user has a clear warning for the makers: Don’t do that for Last Friday — or else...
Well, it’s official — Last Friday is finally happening. As the makers gear up for its 2026 release, the countdown to endless laughter begins!
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