Rob Lowe Announces ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’ Sequel in Development After 40 Years

More than four decades after the original, Rob Lowe confirms that a sequel to the iconic 1985 coming‑of‑age drama is officially in development—reviving the Brat Pack legacy for a new chapter.

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A Surprise Return: Lowe Confirms the Sequel Is Happening

In an appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show on June 27, 2026, Rob Lowe confirmed that a sequel to ‘St. Elmo’s Fire’ is officially in development and that a script is currently being written. “I’m trying to get it done, but I’m excited,” Lowe said, noting that the original film remains resonant because “it’s such a great snapshot of your 20s.” He added, “Everyone wants to do it. We just need to get the script right.”

Why Now? The Nostalgia Surge and Cast Reunion Momentum

Interest in a sequel has been building since at least mid‑2024, when Sony Pictures began exploring the idea of a legacy follow‑up that would reunite the original ensemble—including Lowe, Demi Moore, Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Judd Nelson, Andrew McCarthy, and Mare Winningham . The catalyst: Andrew McCarthy’s 2024 documentary Brats, which reassembled the Brat Pack and sparked a wave of public nostalgia . The timing also coincided with the 40th anniversary of the original film in 2025, marked by a remastered 4K theatrical release that renewed public interest .