WATCH: First full trailer for Spinal Tap II: The End Continues
The film is set for release in cinemas on September 12.
Following the same mockumentary style as the original, the sequel reunites the original cast: Christopher Guest, Michael McKean and Harry Shearer, as ageing rockers Nigel Tufnel, David St. Hubbins and Derek Smalls, now preparing for one final Spinal Tap concert after a 15-year hiatus.
Rob Reiner returns as both director and as Martin Marty DiBergi, the filmmaker character who originally documented the band's journey.
The latest trailer opens with DiBergi introducing the upcoming film and includes a mix of footage from the first film and new scenes.
Cameos in the sequel include Paul McCartney, Elton John and Questlove.
The release of the trailer comes two weeks after the death of musician and actor David Kaff, who played Spinal Tap keyboardist Viv Savage. Kaff died earlier this month at the age of 79.
You can check out the new trailer below:
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