Jerky Boys Founder Plans Unlikely Movie Comeback After 30 Years
Just when you thought the ’90s couldn’t get any more nostalgic, the Jerky Boys are gearing up for a big-screen return, proving that even ancient comedy can find a way to resurrect itself. Yes, you heard it right—the legendary prank call duo is back, with founder Johnny Brennan spilling the beans on an upcoming sequel. As reported, the film will be a fresh take, aiming to capture the same hilarity that rocked the world three decades ago. Not that anyone was exactly clamoring for more prank calls, but here we are.
Brennan, the mastermind behind the iconic characters like “Frank Rizzo” and “Sol Rosenberg,” recently revealed that the new movie will delve deeper into the origins of these beloved—and slightly deranged—personalities. In a chat with a major outlet, he hinted at “crazy adventures” that will have audiences rolling in the aisles, or at least shaking their heads in disbelief. It’s a bold move, especially for a franchise that hasn’t been relevant since Bill Clinton was in office and flip phones were still a thing. But hey, nostalgia is a powerful drug, and Hollywood is all too willing to serve up the same old concoctions.
Can we take a moment to appreciate the absurdity of this comeback? I mean, who doesn’t want to see prank calls on the big screen again? What will the plot be—an elaborate scheme to get their mom to stop calling them at 3 AM? Or perhaps a quest to find the best pizza in New York while dodging social media influencers? As Brennan indicated, the film aims to blend classic humor with contemporary twists, which sounds eerily like a recipe for disaster.
Moreover, let’s not forget that the original Jerky Boys film, released in 1995, was a box office hit. Do we really need the sequel? The comedy landscape has changed dramatically since then, with new forms of entertainment and social media pranks dominating the scene. But, who are we to argue with nostalgia? It sells tickets, and that’s all that matters in Tinseltown.
So, as we await more details on this retro revival, one can only wonder: will it resonate with today’s audiences or will it just be another tired attempt to cash in on the past? Whatever happens, you can bet the internet will have a field day dissecting it. And if the film falls flat, well, at least we’ll have the delightful satisfaction of watching those involved squirm.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and New York Post, Entertainment Weekly
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