Spinal Tap II: The End Continues set for 2025 release with original cast returning

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues reunites the original cast for a September 2025 release, directed by Rob Reiner.

A sequel to the 1984 cult classic This Is Spinal Tap is officially on the way. Spinal Tap II: The End Continues is set to hit theaters on September 12, 2025, reuniting Christopher Guest, Harry Shearer, and Michael McKean as the legendary fictional rock band.

Director Rob Reiner is also returning, reprising his role as filmmaker Marty Di Bergi.

The film will feature the original writing team of Guest, McKean, Shearer, and Reiner. Fran Drescher is also returning as Bobbi Flekman, adding to the nostalgia factor. The key art for the sequel cleverly incorporates the iconic “Stonehenge” reference from the original film, a detail that has delighted fans.

While excitement is high, comedy sequels often struggle to match the brilliance of their predecessors. Few exceptions, such as Addams Family Values and 22 Jump Street, have managed to surpass the originals. However, the return of the original creative team offers hope that Spinal Tap II could defy the odds.

One concern is the September release date, coinciding with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Historically, major studio films released in September are not always positioned for success, raising questions about studio confidence. However, the enduring popularity of This Is Spinal Tap and the return of its beloved cast may still make it a hit.

Fans eagerly await the sequel, hoping for a worthy follow-up to one of the greatest rock mockumentaries of all time.