# U2's The Edge on Elf sequel

> U2's The Edge admits writing unproduced Elf 2 script.
- Title: U2's The Edge on Elf sequel · NME | Shortify
- Summary: U2's The Edge admits writing unproduced Elf 2 script. U2's The Edge revealed he wrote an unproduced sequel to Elf for fun, not a real project.
- Keywords: the edge, elf, will ferrell, elf sequel, carnaval de luz, u2 album, music, NME
- Source: NME — https://nme.com/news/music/u2s-the-edge-breaks-his-silence-on-sequel-to-elf-3975944
- Published: 2026-11-14T10:27:42+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: u2, the edge, elf, will ferrell, elf sequel, carnaval de luz, u2 album, music, culture
## The Edge and Elf sequel
U2's The Edge spoke out about writing an unproduced Elf sequel script for fun.

> It’s an outrage for someone to suggest that I would write a script
## Andy Richter's claim
Andy Richter revealed The Edge wrote an unproduced Elf sequel after a producer contacted him.
## The Edge's explanation
The Edge said he wakes up with complete movie outlines for fun, including an Elf sequel idea.

> This morning, I woke up with this idea in my head for a sequel to Elf
## U2's reaction
Bono called the Elf sequel news 'very big' and asked where the story came from.
## U2's new album
U2 released their 16th studio album Carnaval De Luz on November 13, 2024.
## Key takeaway

U2's The Edge revealed he wrote an unproduced sequel to Elf for fun, not a real project.