Dennis Quaid acknowledges that a sequel toThe Parent Trapwon’t happen, but hopes that “maybe one day, another version will be made.” The 1998 romantic comedy stars Dennis Quaid and Natasha Richardson as divorced parents whose identical twin daughters (played by Lindsay Lohan), separated at birth but reunited at summer camp, attempt to get their parents back together.The Parent Trapcastalso includes Elaine Hendrix, Lisa Ann Walter, Simon Kunz, Polly Holliday, Maggie Wheeler, Ronnie Stevens, and Joanna Barnes.
During a recent interview withBusiness Insider,Dennis Quaid was asked if there was ever talk of making a sequel toThe Parent Trapbefore his co-star Natasha Richardson passed away in 2009. Quaid acknowledges that “there had been some talk, but it would be impossible to do now” after her death, and as a result, no one discusses it. However, he hopes that “maybe one day, another version will be madefor another generation.” Read his full comments below:
There had been some talk, but it would be impossible to do now… No, and nobody else does. I don’t think we’d have the heart for it. Maybe one day, another version will be made for another generation. We all still miss Natasha.
What Dennis Quaid’s Comments Mean For A Parent Trap Sequel
A Sequel Won’t Happen, But Another Adaptation Is Possible
The Parent Trapwas a box office hit upon its release in 1998, making over $92 million against its $15 million budget. It also received positive reviews from critics, mostly forLindsay Lohan’s performancein her film debut, which is widely regarded as a key contributor to the film’s success, serving as her breakthrough and propelling her to stardom. However,aParent Trapsequel simply never materialized, mostly due to the tragic death of Natasha Richardson, who passed away from a head injury suffered during a skiing accident in 2009.
The Parent Trap 2 Is Facing 2 Unavoidable Problems (But It Could Still Work)
If a sequel to The Parent Trap was to happen, it would be facing two major, unavoidable challenges, but it could still work with a twist.
However, Quaid hopes that “maybe one day, another version will be madefor another generation.” The1998 version ofThe Parent Trapwas a remake of the 1961 film of the same name and an adaptation of the 1949 German children’s novel,Lisa and Lottie. In turn, sinceThe Parent Trapis one of Disney’s most recognizable properties,another adaptation will likely be made someday, just as Quaid says. In fact, in 2018, Disney was reportedly considering a remake ofThe Parent Trapas a Disney+ exclusive.
Our Take On Dennis Quaid’s Parent Trap Comments
They’re Respectful Of Natasha Richardson & The Movie’s Legacy
Dennis Quaid’s stance on aParent Trapsequel is both respectful of the late Natasha Richardson and the original movie’s legacy. Without her, a direct sequel would feel inappropriate and incomplete, since she was also integral to the original movie’s heart and charm.The Parent Trapis beloved, and forcing a belated sequel could risk tarnishing its legacy. Quaid’s stance correctly honors that legacy and recognizes that some classics should remain untouched. However, givenDisney’s propensity for remakes, it’s likely that another version ofThe Parent Trapwill be made someday for another generation, just as Quaid says.
