Simon Pegg, the actor known for his roles in British comedy hits like Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz, has spoken out against the idea of a reboot or sequel to the cult classic zombie comedy. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Pegg described Shaun of the Dead as “incredibly personal” and expressed his belief that a reboot would be a “cynical and exploitative exercise.”
Pegg, who co-wrote the film with director Edgar Wright, revealed that there is a lot of their own personal experiences and emotions woven into the fabric of Shaun of the Dead. He cited the decision to kill off Shaun’s mum in the film as an example of the personal touch they brought to the project.
The actor also criticized the trend of Hollywood remakes, citing his annoyance with Zack Snyder’s Dawn of the Dead remake. Pegg expressed his belief that using a recognizable title for a film without respecting the original source material is disrespectful.
While Pegg seemed to rule out the possibility of a Shaun of the Dead sequel, he did hint at future collaborations with Edgar Wright. The creative partnership between the two continues, with Pegg stating that there is always something in the works, despite their busy schedules.
Fans of The Cornetto Trilogy may be disappointed by Pegg’s stance on a potential Shaun of the Dead reboot, but they can take comfort in the fact that the creative duo behind the beloved films are still working together and planning for future projects.
