Back to the Future Writer Dismisses Fourth Film Talks

At the Saturn Awards, screenwriter Bob Gale firmly dismissed the possibility of a fourth 'Back to the Future' film, responding to fans' ongoing inquiries with an explicit remark: 'F*** you.' Gale, who co-wrote the original trilogy with Robert Zemeckis, emphasized that they have already created three 'terrific movies' and instead focused on the successful stage adaptation, 'Back to the Future: The Musical,' which is touring globally. Despite the enduring popularity of the franchise and the rise of legacy sequels in Hollywood, Gale reiterated that both he and Zemeckis have included contractual clauses preventing Universal Pictures from moving forward with a fourth installment without their approval. While Zemeckis has expressed interest in adapting the musical into a film, Gale remains steadfast that a direct sequel will not happen. The strong nostalgic pull from fans continues to fuel speculation, but Gale's remarks make it clear that the franchise has effectively concluded its cinematic journey.