‘One of Them Days’ Filmmaker Lawrence Lamont to Direct Ice Cube’s Newest ‘Friday’ Comedy (Exclusive)
Lawrence Lamont is set to direct 'Last Friday,' the long-awaited sequel to Ice Cube's cult classic comedy franchise.
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Filmmaker Lawrence Lamont has been appointed to direct the upcoming comedy film titled 'Last Friday.' This project serves as a new installment in the 'Friday' franchise and is penned by Ice Cube. The news of the directorial hire marks a significant step forward for the production, which is being developed in partnership with New Line Cinema. Multiple entertainment outlets are tracking the development of the film, with JoBlo describing the project as a long-awaited sequel that has finally secured a director. World of Reel identifies Lawrence Lamont specifically as the filmmaker behind 'One of Them Days,' while Yahoo confirms that both Ice Cube and New Line Cinema have successfully found their director for the production.
Dark Horizons and MovieWeb have also reported on the official movement of the film, noting that the project is now moving forward after a significant period of anticipation. Context provided by MovieWeb indicates that this sequel comes 25 years after the origins of the cult classic franchise. The time gap underscores the long-term nature of the project's development and the enduring legacy of the original films. The franchise has maintained a status as a cult classic, making the appointment of a director a key milestone for fans and industry observers who have been waiting for a continuation of the story penned by Ice Cube.
Observers will now look toward further updates regarding the production schedule and casting. While the director and the writing credit for Ice Cube are established, coverage does not yet specify a release date or the full supporting cast. The collaboration between New Line Cinema and the creative team led by Lamont and Ice Cube remains the primary focus of current entertainment reporting as the 'Last Friday' production transitions from the development phase into active filmmaking.
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Quick answers
Who is directing the new 'Friday' movie?
Lawrence Lamont, the filmmaker known for 'One of Them Days,' is set to direct the film.
What is the title of the upcoming sequel?
The sequel is titled 'Last Friday.'
Who wrote the film and which studio is involved?
The film is penned by Ice Cube and is being produced with New Line Cinema.
Coverage (8)
- Ice Cube & New Line Cinema Have Found Their ‘Last Friday’ Director Billboard · 7h ago
- Friday 4: Ice Cube Sequel Takes Huge Step Forward as Beloved Comedy Director Boards Movie Yahoo · 7h ago
- ‘One of Them Days’ Filmmaker Lawrence Lamont to Direct Ice Cube-Penned ‘Last Friday’ Sequel World of Reel · 7h ago
- Last Friday: Ice Cube’s long-awaited sequel finally snags a director JoBlo · 7h ago
- The New "Friday" Film Sets Its Director Dark Horizons · 7h ago
- 25 Years Later, Ice Cube's Long Awaited Sequel to Cult Classic Franchise Is Officially Moving Forward MovieWeb · 7h ago
- Ice Cube & New Line Cinema Have Found Their ‘Last Friday’ Director Yahoo · 7h ago
- ‘One of Them Days’ Filmmaker Lawrence Lamont to Direct Ice Cube’s Newest ‘Friday’ Comedy (Exclusive) The Hollywood Reporter · 7h ago
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