‘Spinal Tap II: The End Continues’ First-Look Photos As Iconic Band Reunites

It’s been more than four decades since the original, groundbreaking mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap hit screens. Now fans are getting their first glimpse of Rob Reiner’s anticipated sequel, Spinal Tap II: The End Continues.

Forty-one years after their comedic debut, estranged bandmates David St. Hubbins (Michael McKean), Nigel Tufnel (Christopher Guest) and Derek Smalls (Harry Shearer) are forced to reunite for what promises to be one final, epic concert. The sequel also marks the return of documentarian Marty DiBergi (Reiner), who once again attempts to capture the metal gods as they confront their own mortality and the ever-present fear that their 12th drummer might just join the ranks of their predecessors in The Great Beyond.

Adding to the star-studded chaos, music legends Paul McCartney and Elton John are set to appear as Spinal Tap grapples with their tumultuous past in a bid to solidify their place in the pantheon of rock ‘n’ roll. Also appearing will be Paul Shaffer, Fran Drescher, Don Lake, John Michael Higgins, Nina Conti, Griffin Matthews, Kerry Godliman and Chris Addison.

Bleecker Street will release Spinal Tap II: The End Continues in theaters nationwide on September 12. For those looking to revisit the classic, a newly restored edition of This Is Spinal Tap will be released this summer.