'Back to the Future' Screenwriter Confirms No Prequels or Spinoffs Ever

The iconic *Back to the Future* franchise might be the subject of ongoing fan speculation, but according to its screenwriter, Bob Gale, there will never be any new additions to the series. This statement comes in the wake of discussions by the co-creators of *Cobra Kai* about a potential *Back to the Future* TV series, which reignited hopes for a revival among fans.

In a candid interview with People, Gale expressed his frustration with the recurring questions about the franchise's future. "I don't know why they keep talking about that!" he exclaimed. "I mean, do they think that if they say it enough times, we're going to actually do it?" He firmly dismissed any notions of a *Back to the Future 4*, a prequel, or a spinoff, stating, "Never. It's just fine the way it is. It's not perfect, but as Bob Zemeckis used to say, 'It's perfect enough.'"

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While Gale's stance is clear, he acknowledges the power of Hollywood and the possibility of corporate pressure. However, he humorously remarked, "If the juggernaut of corporate America or corporate international mishigas says, 'If you don't agree to this, we're going to kill your children,' alright, well, no, we don't want our children killed." He also noted that executive producer Steven Spielberg would need to approve any revival, and according to Gale, Spielberg respects their decision to not expand the franchise. "Steven, just like Steven won't allow another E.T., he totally respects the fact that we don't want any more *Back to the Future*. He gets it and always stood behind that. And thank you, Steven."

Gale's firm position has been consistent, as evidenced by his earlier response to fans in February, where he bluntly stated, "People always say, 'When are you going to do *Back to the Future 4*?' And we say, 'F**k you.'" This underscores his commitment to preserving the legacy of the original trilogy, which began with the 1985 classic featuring Michael J. Fox as Marty McFly and Christopher Lloyd as the eccentric Doc Brown. The film became a cultural phenomenon and spawned two sequels, cementing its place as one of the most beloved sci-fi series of all time.