Bob Gale, the co-creator of the iconic science fiction franchise Back to the Future, has a blunt message for fans eager for a revival of the beloved series: "F**k you." In an interview with Yahoo, Gale, who wrote and produced all three films alongside Robert Zemeckis, firmly stated there are no plans for a canonical continuation of the franchise. "People always say, ‘When are you going to do Back to the Future 4?'" Gale remarked backstage at the Saturn Awards. "And we say, ‘F**k you.’"

While the film industry is rife with reboots and sequels, such as the poorly received The Matrix Resurrections and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, Back to the Future seems set to remain a relic of the past. The original film, released in 1985, follows high school student Marty McFly, who is accidentally sent back in time by the eccentric scientist Doc Brown. Although it became one of the most iconic sci-fi films ever, its sequels, released in 1989 and 1990, did not fare as well critically.

Despite no new films for over three decades, the Back to the Future franchise continues to thrive through its legacy and influence. It has also expanded into other mediums, including a Broadway musical. Gale has plans for a stage production for Royal Caribbean Cruises and is collaborating with Michael J. Fox, the actor who portrayed Marty McFly, on a book about his experiences.