The much-anticipated sequel to the 1984 cult comedy “This Is Spinal Tap” will be released in theaters on September 12. Titled “Spinal Tap II: The End Continues,” the film reunites director Rob Reiner with stars Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer. The sequel follows the fictional English heavy metal band Spinal Tap as they reassemble after a 15-year hiatus for one last concert.
Rob Reiner will reprise his onscreen role as the documentarian Martin “Marty” DiBergi. The film will also feature cameos by notable musicians such as Elton John, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, and Trisha Yearwood. “We feel privileged for the opportunity to work with Rob Reiner and the brilliant minds behind the original ‘This Is Spinal Tap,’ and to be part of a film that has resonated with so many,” Andrew Karpen, CEO of Bleecker Street, and Kent Sanderson, president of Bleecker Street, said in a joint statement.
The cast for the sequel includes Paul Shaffer, Fran Drescher, Don Lake, John Michael Higgins, Nina Conti, Griffin Matthews, Kerry Godliman, and Chris Addison. In addition, Bleecker Street plans a U.S. theatrical release this summer for a restored edition of the original “This Is Spinal Tap,” which will be followed by digital and streaming play. “Spinal Tap II” is produced by Rob Reiner, Michele Reiner, and Matthew George, financed by Castle Rock Entertainment.
Executive producers include Derrick J. Rossi, Hernan Narea, Jonathan Fuhrman, and Christopher H. Warner.
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A newly released teaser features the band’s signature Marshall guitar amplifier being turned “up to eleven.” This is a nod to a famous scene in the first film, in which Spinal Tap’s guitarist Nigel Tufnel (Guest) explains to Marty that the volume on his amp goes up to 11 instead of the standard 10. “So happy to be working with the folks who are passionate about keeping Tap’s legacy alive and happy to give Marty DiBergi another shot at relevancy,” Reiner said in a statement. “This Is Spinal Tap” debuted almost 40 years ago and, while it was modestly successful in theaters, it became a cult classic after its VHS release and effectively launched the mockumentary genre.
In 2002, it was deemed “culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant” by the Library of Congress and was selected for preservation by the National Film Registry. A notable moment in the teaser is a blink-and-you-miss-it scene featuring a Union Jack Ernie Ball Music Man St. Vincent Goldie – a rather surprising new guitar of choice for Nigel Tufnel.
This choice of instrument has certainly piqued the interest of enthusiasts. Last year, Reiner shared that Nigel Tufnel has been running a cheese and guitar shop in Berwick-upon-Tweed. Lead singer David St.
Hubbins has transitioned to writing hold music for people waiting to speak to their energy supplier. Meanwhile, Derek Smalls now holds the prestigious title of curator of the New Museum of Glue, a global institution of considerable note.
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