Freddie Prinze Jr. is in talks to potentially return for a new installment of the “I Know What You Did Last Summer” franchise. While his involvement is not confirmed until a contract is signed, Prinze Jr. expressed his excitement about the project and his desire to make it work. He praised the director of the reboot and expressed his motivation to be a part of the film, along with the efforts from both sides to ensure a successful collaboration.
The original “I Know What You Did Last Summer” film, released in 1997, starred Prinze Jr. alongside Jennifer Love Hewitt, Ryan Phillippe, and Sarah Michelle Gellar. The movie follows a group of friends haunted by a tragic accident and stalked by a hook-wielding maniac. Prinze Jr. and Hewitt reprised their roles in the sequel, “I Still Know What You Did Last Summer,” which left the characters in a cliffhanger ending. The franchise later released a third installment in 2006 with a new cast.
The upcoming reboot of the franchise, set for release in July 2025, will see Prinze Jr. and Hewitt potentially returning to their roles. The movie will also feature new cast members, including Madelyn Cline and Camila Mendes. The actors are currently in discussions to reprise their characters, with a focus on creating a story that feels right for their return. Both Prinze Jr. and Hewitt have expressed interest in coming back to the franchise if the opportunity arises.
While Prinze Jr. and Hewitt wait to hear about their potential involvement in the reboot, they are busy with their respective projects. Hewitt is filming the eighth season of her hit series “9-1-1,” while Prinze Jr. released his new film “The Girl in the Pool,” where he plays a morally ambiguous character involved in an affair. The actor found the role exciting and different from his past characters, offering him a chance to showcase his range as an actor.
The reboot of “I Know What You Did Last Summer” marks a return to the popular horror franchise with new cast members and potentially returning original stars. Fans are eager to see where the story will take the characters of Ray and Julie, played by Prinze Jr. and Hewitt, as they navigate new challenges and mysteries. The film is set for release in 2025, promising a fresh take on the classic horror tale that first captivated audiences in the late 1990s.
