Spinal Tap II to Hit Theaters for Band’s 41st Anniversary

Couldn’t snag tickets for metal band Spinal Tap’s recent hotly anticipated reunion tour? Luckily, the group once again caught everything on film and is releasing a new documentary for its 41st anniversary. Spinal Tap II: The End Continues follows Nigel Tufnel, David St. Hubbins, and Derek Smalls as “one of England’s loudest bands” returns to the road, this time featuring performances with fellow legends like Paul McCartney and Elton John. It comes after the successful, beloved 1984 documentary This Is Spinal Tap — returning to theaters ahead of Spinal Tap II this summer — and is again directed by visionary documentarian Marty DiBergi. Here’s what we know so far.

Who’s back?

Everyone! Rob Reiner is once again behind the camera as Marty DiBergi with Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer all reprising their roles in the parody band. Paul McCartney, Elton John, and Garth Brooks (yes, amid the sexual-assault allegations) are all confirmed to make appearances after reports back in 2023.

Is there a trailer?

A 30-second teaser released March 12 shows very little — other than the band turning up the dial past 11 this time. Exciting stuff.

When is it out?

Spinal Tap II hits theaters September 12. But fans can whet their appetite when the original This Is Spinal Tap returns to theaters this summer.

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