Most Friday fans have been clamoring for Smokey’s return, including Epps. "People still love Chris Tucker, he's still Smokey," Epps said. "He laid it down, he positioned me to do it.

'Friday' premiered in 1995, starring Ice Cube and Chris Tucker. Here's where the cast of the comedy are today.

News Ice Cube Sets ‘Friday’ Sequel At Warner Bros. & New Line Cinema By Glenn Garner, Justin Kroll April 2, 2025 3:56pm 5 Comments Ice Cube in 'Friday' (1995) New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett ...