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Ice Cube's 'Last Friday' Finally Gets Director, Greenlit!
27 Oct
Summary
- Lawrence Lamont has been tapped to direct the upcoming 'Last Friday' film.
- The movie will be filmed in Southern California over a 40-day schedule.
- The franchise's first installment was released in 1995, becoming a classic.
The 'Friday' franchise is finally set to deliver its last installment, with director Lawrence Lamont confirmed for 'Last Friday.' This news follows years of teasing from stars Ice Cube and Mike Epps, and official confirmation from New Line Cinema. The film is expected to address themes of gentrification, with hopes for Chris Tucker's return as the character Smokey.
Filming for 'Last Friday' is scheduled for Southern California across 40 days, involving approximately 43 cast members and a 150-person crew. The production is set to receive $11.4 million in incentives for shooting in Los Angeles. The original 'Friday' debuted in 1995, followed by 'Next Friday' in 2000 and 'Friday After Next' in 2002, making 'Last Friday' a nearly 25-year continuation of the beloved series.
