This Is Spinal Tap sequel trailer features A-list cameos and fans are all saying the same thing

Daily Mail​

25-07-2025

The star-studded trailer for Spinal Tap II: The End Continues officially dropped on Thursday - and has left fans all saying the same thing.
The upcoming mockumentary comedy film comes over 40 years since the original cult classic This Is Spinal Tap hit theaters back in 1984.
A number of A-list music artists made surprise cameos in the latest teaser for the project, including Elton John and Paul McCartney.
Rob Reiner is reprising his role as the director of the 'mockumentary' while Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer will once again play the members of the fictional heavy metal band called Spinal Tap.
The trailer kicked off with Reiner introducing himself as his character Marty DiBergi and snippets from the first movie briefly played.
It then proceeded to show where the three band members are now - such as working at a cheese shop, playing music at a local pub or promoting cryptocurrency in a commercial.
The premise of the sequel follows Spinal Tap as they reunite for one final show in New Orleans after not performing together for 15 years.
When one of the members was questioned by Reiner why they chose to have the reunion take place in Louisiana, they simply replied, 'There was a cancelation.'
The band is also still on the hunt for a new drummer and when asked what happened to their previous one, a member explained, 'He sneezed himself into oblivion,' with their tour manager wondering, 'Is that medically possible?'
Questlove also made a cameo as the band began their search for a drummer but he explained over a video call, 'I don't want to die.'
'We've only lost what, 11 or 12?' one of the band members then nonchalantly pointed out.
The trailer also showed the trio rehearsing for the reunion and gave a glimpse of the group on stage in front of a cheering crowd. Elton John was also seen singing at a piano during the concert.
The end of the teaser concluded with the tour manager suggesting a way for Spinal Tap to 'secure their legacy.'
He continued, 'If during the gig, at least one but ideally no more than two of you, were to die...'
John was also seen singing at a piano during a Spinal Tap concert
The trailer kicked off with Reiner introducing himself as his character Marty DiBergi and snippets from the first movie briefly played
It then proceeded to show where the three band members are now - such as working at a cheese shop, playing music at a local pub or promoting cryptocurrency in a commercial
The tour manager was initially met with confused and shocked stares from the band members until one humorously asked, 'Would you settle for a coma?'
'Oh, now that's interesting. That's a great bit of thinking outside the box - or well, the literal box I suppose,' the manager replied.
Spinal Tap II: The End Continues is set to be released later this year on September 12, with Rob Reiner also directing the sequel.
Other celebrities that are set to make cameos as themselves include Garth Brooks, Trisha Yearwood and Chad Smith.
Social media users jumped to the comment section of the trailer on YouTube to share their thoughts - with some saying that the sequel looks 'hilarious.'
One penned, '"He sneezed himself into oblivion." Already a classic line,' while another said, 'Looks hilarious. Can't wait.'
'Looks funny! I'm on board,' a fan wrote, and one shared, 'This looks excellent.'
More shared their opinions over on X as another typed out, 'The original is my favorite comedy, I really hope this lives up to it.'
Social media users jumped to the comment section of the trailer on YouTube to share their thoughts - with some saying that the sequel looks 'hilarious'
'This is an unexpected sequel I never knew I needed. Rob Reiner and the gang are back, and I'm all in,' one added.
Another shared, 'I may go to the movies to see this movie,' and one joked, 'Are we finally getting answers about the drummer?'
Earlier this year in March, it was revealed that a sequel to the 1984 cult classic will be released.
A shorter, 30-second teaser had been dropped at the time, and there was a brief reference to the first film when a guitar speaker turned from 11 to infinity.
Bleecker Street has gained the rights to the sequel and the new film will also feature cameo appearances from several music icons.
Director Rob Reiner said: 'So happy to be working with the folks at Bleecker Street who are passionate about keeping Tap's legacy alive and happy to give Marty DiBergi another shot at relevancy.'
While Bleecker Street's CEO Andrew Karpen and president Kent Sanderson said: '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.'
They described the first movie as a 'cultural touchstone' and added: 'This Is Spinal Tap isn't just a movie – it's a cultural touchstone that pioneered the mockumentary genre and left an indelible mark on both film and music.
'Returning to this world through Spinal Tap II is an extraordinary chance to celebrate its legacy while creating something fresh for both new and devoted audiences.'
This Is Spinal Tap has a whopping 96% score on Rotten Tomatoes and has been praised by many.
In 2002 it was chosen for preservation by the National Film Registry, as the Library of Congress declared it was 'culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant.'
Rob Reiner discussed a sequel back in 2022 when he told Deadline that he hadn't decided to move forward with it until they conceived a strong concept.
'The plan is to do a sequel that comes out on the 40th anniversary of the original film and I can tell you hardly a day goes by without someone saying, "Why don't you do another one?"' he said. 'For so many years, we said, "Nah."