Bob Gale, co-creator of the iconic Back to the Future trilogy, delivered a blunt message to fans yearning for a fourth installment: "F*** you."
In a recent interview with Yahoo, Gale, alongside Robert Zemeckis, emphatically shut down any hopes for a canonical continuation of the beloved sci-fi franchise. Responding to persistent inquiries about a Back to the Future 4, Gale stated, "People always say, ‘When are you going to do Back to the Future 4,’ and we say, ‘F*** you.’"
Despite the prevalence of reboots and sequels in Hollywood – some successful, others, like The Matrix Resurrections and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, critically panned – Back to the Future will remain untouched, ironically staying firmly rooted in its past.
The original 1985 film, featuring high schooler Marty McFly's time-traveling misadventure with the eccentric Doc Brown, achieved legendary status. However, its sequels, released in 1989 and 1990, received less enthusiastic acclaim.
The franchise's enduring legacy continues through its cultural impact and a successful Broadway musical adaptation. Gale hinted at future projects, including a stage production for Royal Caribbean Cruises and collaboration with Michael J. Fox on a book detailing his experiences with the film.
