Yo movie lovers listen up! If you are a fan of chill vibes hilarious moments and the legendary Friday movie series then you are gonna wanna hear this. After years of waiting and wondering it is officially happening: Last Friday is really being made! Get ready to head back to the neighborhood for one more wild ride.
Mike Epps Drops the Bomb: "Last Friday" Deal is Done and Production is a Go!
The news comes straight from the Day-Day himself Mike Epps! While chatting on "The Breakfast Club" radio show Epps spilled the beans. He said Ice Cube himself gave him the word : "We just finished the deal!" Can you believe it? After all this time Last Friday is actually becoming a reality.
Epps was clearly hyped and gave major props to Ice Cube. He pointed out that Cube has given so many comedians and actors their start in the industry mentioning names like Chris Tucker Bernie Mac and of course himself. Big respect to Cube for making it happen and for bringing back this iconic franchise for one last hurrah.
What to Expect in "Last Friday": New Faces Old Favorites and Non-Stop Comedy
So what can we expect from Last Friday ? While Mike Epps hasn't seen the script yet he is confident it's gonna be good. He teased that they are planning to bring in some fresh comedic talent like DC Young Fly and mix them with the OG crew. Imagine the hilarious possibilities! It sounds like they want to capture that classic Friday vibe while also bringing in some new energy.
Of course the big question on everyone's mind is: will Chris Tucker be back as Smokey? Mike Epps is definitely hoping so. He made a direct plea to Tucker on "The Breakfast Club" saying "Chris if you’re listening we need ya baby boy. Come on back!" He even acknowledged Smokey's legendary status adding "People still love Chris Tucker he’s still Smokey. He laid it down." Fingers crossed Smokey makes an appearance for one last smoke session… or maybe just to borrow some sugar.
A Long Time Coming: The Road to "Last Friday" and Why Now is the Perfect Time
If you are a longtime Friday fan you know this movie has been talked about for years. Like seriously years. For a while it felt like it might never actually happen. There were rumors about rights issues creative differences you name it. But finally things seem to have lined up.
Ice Cube himself mentioned back in June 2024 that things were moving forward thanks to new leadership at Warner Bros. Apparently Mike DeLuca who is now running Warner Bros. was actually at New Line Cinema back when the first Friday movie was made. Talk about things coming full circle! Cube said DeLuca was key in getting the ball rolling again.
Cube also mentioned that the delays had become especially poignant because they had sadly lost some key members of the Friday family over the years like John Witherspoon Tiny Lister and AJ Johnson. It sounds like there was a feeling that it was time to make this movie happen and honor the legacy of the series while they still could.
Friday Franchise Recap: From 1995 to "Last Friday" - A Comedy Legacy
For those new to the Friday phenomenon or just needing a refresher let's take a quick trip down memory lane. It all started with the original Friday back in 1995 starring Ice Cube and Chris Tucker. The movie followed Craig and Smokey on one very eventful Friday in South Central L.A. and it became an instant classic.
Then came Next Friday in 2000 and Friday After Next in 2002 both starring Ice Cube and Mike Epps as Day-Day. These sequels continued the comedic adventures in the same hilarious neighborhood. And now we are getting Last Friday to hopefully bring the saga to an epic and funny conclusion.
What We Want to See in "Last Friday": A Fan Wishlist
Okay Friday fans let's dream a little. What do we hope to see in Last Friday? Here are a few things on our wishlist:
- Smokey's Return: Duh! Chris Tucker as Smokey is iconic. Even a cameo would be legendary.
- OG Cast Cameos: Bring back as many familiar faces from the previous movies as possible. Bernie Mac (RIP) may be gone but what about other favorites?
- New Hilarious Characters: Mike Epps mentioned DC Young Fly and other new comics. Let's see some fresh funny faces alongside the veterans.
- Classic Friday Vibe: Keep that laid-back neighborhood feel those quotable lines and those everyday but outrageous situations.
- A Satisfying Conclusion: If this is really "Last Friday" let's give the series a send-off that is both funny and maybe even a little bit heartwarming.
Get Ready to Laugh Again: "Last Friday" is on the Horizon!
So mark your calendars and get your popcorn ready because Last Friday is officially in the works! It sounds like it's going to be a hilarious and fitting end to a comedy franchise that has brought us so many laughs over the years. We are hyped to see Ice Cube Mike Epps and hopefully Chris Tucker back in action one last time. What are you most excited to see in Last Friday? Let us know in the comments!