Robin Wright has closed the door on a Princess Bride sequel, saying that after three decades, a follow-up simply won’t happen. In an interview published Friday with AARP’s Movies for Grownups, Wright recalled a Zoom call after the film’s 30-year mark in which colleagues floated the idea of revisiting the beloved 1987 fantasy. “Well, a lot of us are going to be in a wheelchair,” she said, adding, “So no, that will never happen.”
Fans of The Princess Bride have long considered a sequel possible, but Wright emphasized the film’s enduring impact and the close-knit nature of the original cast. The family-friendly adventure, which will mark its 40th anniversary in 2027, stars Wright as Princess Buttercup opposite Cary Elwes’s Westley, with a backstory anchored in William Goldman’s novel. Wright described the on-set dynamic as a giggle-filled, improvisational atmosphere, noting that the cast “laughed so hard making that movie” that they would cut the camera and start over. She recalled a run of house-party dinners—“we took over the hotel, and Cary and I and Rob Reiner and Christopher Guest would all have a potluck dinner”—that underscored the film’s sense of family.
Now 59, Wright said she doesn’t see age as an end of an era. “It’s just another number that’s a little bit bigger,” she said, adding that she felt her sense of agency had sharpened in her 50s. “I don’t see it as the end of an era. I feel like I did that shift when I was 50, where I said, ‘I’m going to do it my way.’” She also touched on romance, describing herself as “a romantic” who still believes in love despite relationship tumult. She has been married three times, including to Dane Witherspoon from 1986 to 1988 and Sean Penn from 1996 to 2010; she was married to Clement Giraudet from 2018 to 2022. Wright has two children, Dylan and Hopper, who are pursuing acting careers.
Wright said she didn’t expect her kids to join the acting world, but both have followed in their parents’ footsteps. “My kids were on film sets their whole lives, and they said from a very young age, ‘I’ll never be an actor.’ And sure enough, they’re both actors now, and they’re both really good.” She highlighted a rare professional moment with Hopper: “My daughter, Dylan, worked with her dad in ‘Flag Day,’ and Hopper and I did a movie together called ‘Devil’s Peak.’ I thought it would be uncomfortable to work together, but it felt so natural! I played a crackhead, and he was directing me.” Wright described the experience as a smooth continuation of family collaboration rather than a clash of generations.
Despite Wright not seeing a future with a Princess Bride reboot, the cast still talks about the film decades later. Patinkin, 72, recently revealed how the film stands the test of time. The actor, who played Inigo Montoya, said fans still recite his character’s lines to him “pretty much on a daily basis.” Wright’s own reflections underscore the lasting appeal of the film, which is widely celebrated for its blend of whimsy, wit and romance.
The Princess Bride will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2027, continuing to draw new audiences while remaining a touchstone for those who grew up with it. The conversation around a sequel may be quiet, but the film’s legacy persists in interviews, social media tributes, and ongoing fan appreciation. Wright’s comments reflect a broader truth about Hollywood’s aging stars: some stories remain best left as cherished memories rather than revisited through sequels, especially when the original cast and mood are so closely tied to a particular era.
As Wright has shown in recent years, she remains a force in the industry—confident in her choices, unafraid to speak plainly, and committed to balance between personal growth and professional opportunity. She has made clear that she’s open to companionship again, but with an emphasis on trust and emotional security. The Princess Bride, meanwhile, endures as a cultural touchstone, not just for live-action storytelling but for the camaraderie that powered its creation—and for the inevitable nostalgia that accompanies any beloved classic as it approaches a milestone anniversary.