Ice Cube and Nia Long are officially reuniting — and this time, the kids are grown, the chaos is bigger, and the title says it all. Skydance Sports is developing the third film in the hit family‑comedy franchise, tentatively titled Are They Gone Yet?, marking the long‑awaited return of the beloved Are We There Yet? universe.
More than 20 years after Are We There Yet? became a surprise box‑office hit and spawned a sequel, animated series, and cultural footprint of its own, Ice Cube and Nia Long are gearing up to bring the family back together. Skydance Sports has confirmed development on a new installment titled Are They Gone Yet?, reuniting the duo whose chemistry helped define the franchise.
The new film marks the first time Cube and Long will reprise their roles as Nick Persons and Suzanne Kingston‑Persons since 2007’s Are We Done Yet? — and fans who grew up with the movies are already buzzing.
The original Are We There Yet? (2005) followed Nick’s disastrous road trip with Suzanne’s kids, played by Aleisha Allen and Philip Daniel Bolden. The film became a family‑comedy staple, grossing nearly $100 million worldwide and cementing Ice Cube as a bankable star outside his action and comedy lanes.
Its sequel, Are We Done Yet?, expanded the chaos with a home‑renovation storyline — and now, two decades later, the franchise is evolving again.
Skydance Sports’ involvement signals a fresh direction: a modern family comedy with a sports‑driven twist, aligning with the studio’s growing slate of athlete‑centric and culturally resonant projects.
While Skydance is keeping story details under wraps, the working title Are They Gone Yet? hints at a reversal of the original premise. Instead of Nick trying to win over Suzanne’s kids, the new film may explore:
- Empty‑nest life
- Adult children returning home
- Generational clashes
- Nick and Suzanne are navigating a new chapter
Ice Cube and Nia Long are one of Black Hollywood’s most recognizable screen pairings, with chemistry dating back to Boyz n the Hood and Friday. Their reunion taps into:
- Nostalgia for millennials who grew up with the franchise
- Cross‑generational appeal for families
- Cultural relevance, as both stars remain active in film, TV, and sports entertainment
Long’s recent resurgence — from You People to The Best Man: The Final Chapters — and Cube’s continued presence in film, sports, and entertainment make this the perfect moment for a revival.
Skydance Sports has been aggressively building a slate that blends entertainment, sports, and culture. Adding a family‑comedy franchise with built‑in brand recognition is a strategic move that broadens its audience reach.
The studio is also exploring cross‑platform opportunities, meaning Are They Gone Yet? could expand into:
- Streaming spin‑offs
- Branded sports integrations
- Family‑friendly franchise extensions
The project is currently in development, with casting, filming dates, and distribution details expected to be announced later this year.
With Hollywood leaning heavily into legacy sequels and nostalgia‑driven revivals, the return of Ice Cube and Nia Long feels both timely and earned. The Are We There Yet? franchise has always been about family — messy, loud, loving, and real — and Are They Gone Yet? looks ready to bring that energy into a new era.
