Kevin Bacon May Return to Iconic Horror Franchise, Tremors

Could Kevin Bacon be gearing up to battle Graboids once again? Fans of the cult classic '90s horror-comedy *Tremors* have reason to be excited. Recent updates suggest the actor might be revisiting his role as Valentine McKee in a potential new installment of the franchise. Bacon, known for his roles in *Footloose* and *Mystic River*, has a history with the horror genre. Before *Tremors*, he appeared in the original *Friday the 13th* as Jack Burrell. He also starred in *Flatliners*, *Stir of Echoes*, and *Hollow Man*. More recently, Bacon has been involved in Blumhouse productions like *The Darkness*, *You Should Have Left*, and *They/Them*.

However, it's his role in *Tremors* that remains a fan favorite. The 1990 film centered on a small Nevada town terrorized by giant, subterranean creatures called Graboids. The movie, which also starred Fred Ward, Michael Gross, Finn Carter, and Reba McEntire, was a box office success and spawned a franchise. Despite the numerous sequels and a television series, Bacon only appeared in the original film.

A Return to Perfection? Stampede Entertainment, now holding the rights to *Tremors*, has revealed exciting news. They are focusing on a return to Perfection, Nevada, the setting of the original film. According to Stampede, they are exploring "outlandish ideas" for new locations, but are not considering outside ideas or a remake of the original movie.

The biggest news? Stampede Entertainment is "considering ideas that feature the return of Kevin Bacon as Val, but no promises!" This announcement has sent waves of excitement through the fanbase, sparking speculation about what a Bacon-led sequel might entail.

What This Means for the Franchise A *Tremors* sequel starring Kevin Bacon could be a massive win for the franchise. While numerous sequels have been released, none have matched the theatrical success of the original. Reuniting Bacon with Stampede Entertainment after nearly four decades could tap into nostalgia and potentially make the next *Tremors* movie the most successful one yet. The *Tremors* franchise revolves around the terrifying, subterranean Graboids and the evolving cast of characters who fight them. Beginning with the 1990 cult classic, the series has expanded to include multiple films, a TV show, and even video games, ensuring its place in horror-comedy history.