Fans of the Friday franchise have reason to celebrate as Ice Cube has officially closed a deal with Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema to write and star in the highly anticipated fourth installment, titled Last Friday.
This marks the first new Friday film in over two decades, following 2002’s Friday After Next. New Line’s President and Chief Creative Officer, Richard Brener, confirmed the development, stating, “We are making another ‘Friday’. We just closed a deal with Ice Cube to write and star. It’s going to be called ‘Last Friday’.”
The journey to Last Friday has faced numerous obstacles, including creative differences and the unfortunate passing of key cast members. Despite these challenges, Ice Cube remained committed to bringing the project to fruition. In a 2024 interview on Flavor Flav’s SiriusXM show, he expressed optimism about the film’s progress, noting that new leadership at Warner Bros. had reignited momentum for the sequel.
While specific plot details and casting announcements are yet to be revealed, the confirmation of Last Friday has generated significant excitement. The original Friday (1995) and its sequels have achieved cult status, celebrated for their unique blend of humor and authentic portrayal of urban life. Fans are eager to see how the story will evolve in this forthcoming chapter.
As production details emerge, audiences can look forward to updates on returning characters, new additions to the cast, and the film’s release timeline.
