# U2’s The Edge breaks his silence on sequel to ‘Elf’

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/u2s-the-edge-breaks-his-silence-on-sequel-to-elf/
- Published: 2026-11-14T10:27:42+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-14T11:23:31+00:00
- Original publisher: NME
- Original article: https://www.nme.com/news/music/u2s-the-edge-breaks-his-silence-on-sequel-to-elf-3975944
- Topics: Entertainment, Music

## Key points

- The Edge wrote an *Elf* sequel treatment, not a script.
- The idea was shared with a few people but never developed.
- U2 have released their first new studio album since 2017.

## Summary

The Edge has clarified that he did not write a screenplay for a sequel to *Elf*, as had been reported. He said he wrote a treatment for his own amusement, based on his enthusiasm for the 2003 Christmas comedy, and that the proposed follow-up was never made.

The guitarist said he has sometimes woken with complete film outlines in his head and shared this idea with a few people, including a friend who worked as a producer. U2’s Bono appeared surprised by the story. The news comes as the band released *Carnaval De Luz*, their first full-length album of new material since 2017, and prepare for a 2027 stadium tour.

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