Hollywood remakes and reboots are everywhere these days, so it usually takes something genuinely weird or genuinely inspired to get people to perk up. The upcoming Anaconda remake definitely qualifies as the former, but it’s also bringing back a very specific kind of old-school energy: the “crazy motherf—ker from around the way.” That’s right. Ice Cube is back, baby. And while I was already intrigued, the reason he signed on to the 2025 movie release somehow makes the whole thing even better.
Speaking with People at the Los Angeles premiere, Ice Cube said the decision to return came together fast once he understood the movie’s tone. The film isn’t looking to be a grim reboot, but instead is a project that knows exactly how ridiculous its premise is and leans into it. The "It Was a Good Day" performer explained this unique sensibility is what sold him. He revealed:
