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The Real Reason There’s Never Been an Elf Movie Sequel
ComicBook.comStory by Lisa Laman
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Why a much-anticipated 'Elf' sequel never materialized, despite the original's enduring popularity and a massive payday offer for Will Ferrell.
beat sheet
- Will Ferrell, who starred as Buddy the Elf, has repeatedly declined to reprise the role, feeling it would be 'slightly pathetic' to return to the character as he's gotten older.
- Warner Bros. is still profiting handsomely from the original 'Elf' through merchandising and a successful stage musical, making a sequel less essential to their bottom line.
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Will Ferrell, Jon Favreau, James Caan, Warner Bros., Elf, Austin Powers, Anchorman, Zoolander, The Lego Movie, Star Wars